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Karl N. Knights

Karl N. Knights, MD

Movement Disorders Neurology

Neurology

Accepting New Patients
Video Visits Available
4.7 of 5 stars320 ratings, 36 reviews
Need help scheduling? Call 816-960-7600

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
  • Saint Luke's East Hospital
  • Saint Luke's North Hospital–Smithville
  • Saint Luke's North Hospital–Barry Road

About Karl N. Knights

Karl Knights, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained neurologist with Saint Luke's Neurology. He specializes in movement disorders. His clinical interests include Parkinson's disease, tremor, tic disorders, Tourette's syndrome, problems with coordination and gait, deep brain stimulation, and Botox® injections for dystonia.

Locations

    • 4400 Broadway Boulevard, Med Rehab Ste 520, Kansas City, MO 64111
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    • phone: 816-960-7600
    • fax: 816-960-7699
    • Saint Luke's Neurology
      • 4400 Broadway Boulevard, Suite 520, Kansas City, MO 64111
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      Expertise

      Education

      Medical College of Georgia - School of Medicine

      Medical School

      Augusta University Medical Center( Medical College of GA)

      Internship

      Augusta University Medical Center (Medical College of GA)

      Residency

      University of Rochester Medical Center

      Fellowship

      Insurance

      Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
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      • Aetna Choice POS II Local (excluding National General STM plan, I-35 Preferred Plan, and HCA, Advent Health, and NKC Hospital employee plans)
      • Aetna Elect Choice
      • Aetna Federal Employees Health Benefit Plan
      • Aetna First Health Network (excluding limited benefit plans)
      • Aetna HMO
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      • Aetna UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust (Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO)
      • Aetna Workers Comp
      • American Health Advantage-Missouri Medicare Advantage
      • BCBS of Kansas (call provider)
      • BCBS of Kansas Blue Choice Preferred Care Blue PPO
      • BCBS of Kansas City Blue Select Plus (UCMO and City of KCMO)
      • BCBS of Kansas City Federal PPO
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      • Kansas Health Advantage/Kansas Superior Select, Inc (KSSI) Medicare Advantage
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      • MultiPlan/PCHS (PPO)
      • Occupational Health Management PPO (WC)
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      • ProviDRs Care Network PPO (formerly WPPA)
      • Sunflower State Health Plan Kansas Medicaid (Kansas practices)
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      • Triwest Veterans Affairs Patient Centered Community Care
      • UHC Medicare Erickson Advantage plans-KC
      • United Healthcare - AARP Medicare Advantage Choice Plans
      • United Healthcare - AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot
      • United Healthcare - All Savers Insurance Company POS
      • United Healthcare - Choice
      • United Healthcare - Choice Plus
      • United Healthcare - Community Plan (KS Practices, KanCare, Kansas Medicaid)
      • United Healthcare - Community Plan (MO practices, Missouri Medicaid)
      • United Healthcare - Core and Core Essential
      • United Healthcare - Definity Health Reimbursement Account POS
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      • United Healthcare Individual Exchange Benefit Plan (IEX) MO and KS Plans Only
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      • UnitedHealthcare - Dual Complete SNP PPO (MO and KS)
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      Ratings & Reviews

      4.7 out of 5

      320 ratings, 36 reviews

      The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/22/2025

        No problems

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/21/2025

        Exam was very thorough.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/10/2025

        Was my first time coming to and seeing Dr Knight, and I just loved his bedside manner and he listened and that's the thing what I look for in a doctor so I would recommend him to anyone because I was having other neurological problems so I appreciate his professional professionalism and mannerism

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/10/2025

        Very nice

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/7/2025

        This was the first time I had a good experience talking to Dr. Knight for my husband - Ernest

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/5/2025

        Dr. Knights was very kind and answered all of my questions and made very good suggestions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/20/2025

        Dr. Knight was very good in every respect! He explained the exam process and answered all my questions. I felt good about the exam and results.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        Dr Knight is direct. No sugar coating, but explains it well so that you understand it, and you know what the outcome will be. He is a very good and compassionate communicator.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/4/2025

        Dr. Knights was truly wonderful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/1/2025

        Dr Knights is thorough and very knowledgeable about issues/questions I raise.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/23/2024

        Felt comfortable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/15/2024

        Dr Knights is great! He is an excellent listener and always answers all my questions. He has a very calm and reassuring way. He's also very efficient which I appreciate.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/14/2024

        Love Dr. Knights! He is so thorough and knowledgeable. I know I am in good hands!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/6/2024

        Dr Knights is a good doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/25/2024

        Dr Knights is thorough, takes time to explain his recommendations and listens to us and answers our questions. He is a great doctor.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/22/2024

        Dr Knight is tops! He is very patient & takes time to reassure his patient that he is important. He included me, his wife.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Dr. Knight was excellent in all respects.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/26/2024

        Wonderful. Everyone

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/25/2024

        Very satisfied with Dr Knight.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/19/2024

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/18/2024

        Dr Knight is amazing

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/20/2024

        Dr. Knights is always very professional and listens to all my questions and answers them in a way that I understand completely what he is talking about.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/16/2024

        Dr. Knights was everything I'd hope to have in a physician; very good listener, very informative during the examination, great explanation of condition and treatment options.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/15/2024

        Patience was greatly appreciated

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/14/2024

        Appreciate the thoughtful care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/7/2024

        Great MD. Addressed my concerns and was very informative

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/23/2024

        Dr. Knight's exam was very complete; I actually believe that he had me perform more exercises than he has previously. Further, we discussed my medications at length as well as any changes in my condition generally.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/22/2024

        Even though Dr. Knights was running behind scheduled, he took time to answer all of our questions, explained things well and never appeared rushed to get on to the next appointment

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/24/2024

        Very pleased with Dr Knights knowledge of the issues of concern and the time he took with me. He was very caring and took time to explain everything without feeling rushed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/13/2024

        Felt the Dr was very thorough. Hopefully will find the cause if my problem

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/13/2024

        Dr. Knight listened, made sure he understood the issue and made sure I understood everything.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/4/2024

        Very pleased

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/30/2024

        I wish his patient list was not so full so my sister could see him too. He is very good!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/21/2024

        Good experience

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/16/2024

        Dr. Knights was very attentive and thorough, which gave me a lot of confidence in my treatment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/1/2024

        Dr Knights goes out of his way to address my concerns.