Joel S. Kneitz
Experienced in Hernia

Dr. Joel S. Kneitz

Internal Medicine
CommonSpirit Health
Baylor St Lukes Medical Group
1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Suite 525, 
Sugar Land, TX 
Accepting New Patients

Experienced in Hernia
CommonSpirit Health
Baylor St Lukes Medical Group
1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Suite 525, 
Sugar Land, TX 
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Overview

Dr. Kneitz is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician specializing in comprehensive patient care, medical leadership, and operational excellence. With extensive experience in both clinical practice and medical directorship, Dr. Kneitz has a strong focus on optimizing healthcare delivery, managing complex healthcare systems, and fostering clinician development. His clinical interests include weight management and male wellness, alongside his broad expertise in internal medicine. Dr. Kneitz provides care in diverse settings, including large medical management organizations and private practices.Dr. Kneitz began practicing medicine in 1996 and joined WellMed Medical Management in December 2021 before transitioning to his current role. His areas of focus include population health management, clinician oversight and development, and the financial and operational aspects of large-scale healthcare systems. He is particularly adept at managing fee-for-service and Medicare Advantage plans, with a demonstrated ability to improve quality outcomes and manage patient populations across various insurance structures.Beyond his clinical and administrative expertise, Dr. Kneitz has held significant leadership roles, including Chairman of the Board of Directors – Outpatient Medical Group at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Group and Area Medical Director for Central and South Houston for the same organization. He has served on numerous hospital and community boards and committees, such as the Medical Executive Board, Hospital Steering Committee, and as a Director and Board Member for the Hill Country Regional Health Network Physician Hospital Organization. He actively participates in the American Board of Internal Medicine Maintenance of Certification Program, reflecting his commitment to ongoing professional development.

Dr. Kneitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Chronic Cough.

Graduate Institution
University Of Texas Health Science Center - Houston
Specialties
Internal Medicine
Licenses
Emergency Medicine in TX
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - Houston, TX
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male

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Cigna
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Community Health Choice
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Horizon Healthcare
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Humana
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Oscar
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Spectrum Priority Health
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Superior Health Plan
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • POS
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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Locations

BAYLOR ST LUKES MEDICAL GROUP
1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Suite 525, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Call: 281-637-7690
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Dr Davis is Co-Founder of Cypress Physicians Association. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr Davis graduated Magna Cum Laude in Biochemistry from Texas A & M University. He received his MD from Baylor College of Medicine where he graduated in the top quarter of his class.He completed his residency in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. During his last year, he was Chief Resident for the combined Internal Medicine/Pedriatric residency program at Baylor College of Medicine.In 2001, Dr Davis began his practice with MacGregor Medical Association at its Willowbrook location. In nine months he became the clinic’s Senior Physician as well as Director of its Inpatient Services at Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.Next, in 2002 Dr Davis Co-founded Cypress Physicians Association, a comprehensive Primary Care medical clinic that serves families throughout Northwest Houston. Cypress Physicians Association now has three convenient locations in the area.Dr Davis was awarded Methodist Willowbrook Physician of the year in 2007 and 2008. In 2009 he was named one of Americas top doctors by the Consumer Research Council. In 2010 he was named to the prestigious Aggie 100 honoring the most rapidly growing Aggie owned businesses in the world.Dr Davis currently sees patients at each of his offices. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hernia, Gastritis, and Shingles.

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