About

Duane W. Densler, M.D. earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. He completed residencies in general surgery and neurosurgery at the University Of Louisville School Of Medicine. Dr. Densler is board certified in neurological surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Prior to joining Norton Healthcare Dr. Densler served as chief neurosurgical division and director of neurosurgical services at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky. He currently serves on the board of directors for the Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates.

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Expertise

Education

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Internship, General Surgery, 2001

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Residency, Neurological Surgery, 2007

  • Meharry Medical College

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 1999


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 91 Ratings, 17 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.

provider listened carefully 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider knew important medical history 4.70 out of 5 (4.7)
provider showed concern 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider spent enough time with you 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider rating 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider explained things clearly 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider included you in decisions 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider showed respect for what you said 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider discussed treatment options 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/14/2026

Dr. Densler took the time to LISTEN while I explained a new health diagnosis. He asked questions and made suggestions and explained the connection to the diagnosis he sees me for. I really am so pleased to have Dr. Densler as my Neurosurgeon. GOOD experience.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/19/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/13/2026

Very professional and con cern about my condition and suggest what I need to do to help

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/31/2026

Best care always

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/23/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/23/2026

Everyone involved in my care introduced themselves and explained what their role in my care would be. This was very reassuring.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/22/2026

Best doctor I ever had

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/27/2026

I was very very pleased with Dr Densler. He recommended a treatment. Not only did he recommend a treatment but her personally called the Dr that does the procedure (who agreed to see me that same day)! I have progressive issues and am so glad I met this physician! I will be back!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/13/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/11/2026

He was great doctor

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/04/2026

Very pleasant and speedy experience for someone in pain

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/20/2026

Great experience with the Dr

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/01/2026

Very good experience

4.00 out of 5 4.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/04/2026

Came to see a Doctor No doctor was on duty waste of time effort money

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/13/2026

It's confidential

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/12/2026

Dr. Denzler is great! He took time to listen, he asked me a few questions and moved to action by ordering tests. Very much appreciated.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/12/2026

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Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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