Orthopaedic Surgeons Accepting CareFirst in Columbia, SC
9 verified orthopaedic surgeons in Columbia, South Carolina accept CareFirst. Profiles cover focus areas including Joint Replacement, Spine Surgery, and Sports Medicine. Common hospital affiliations include Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Kershawhealth, and Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital.


Michael Peelle, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC20+ years19+ pubs
Joint Replacement


Bradley Presnal, M.D.
Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs, Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC30+ years2+ pubs
Spine Surgery


Mickey Plymale, MD
Medical Director, Athletics
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC20+ years6+ pubs
Sports Medicine


Michael Tucker, MD
Clinical Associate Professor, Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC30+ years
Spine Surgery


Frank Noojin, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC30+ years5+ pubs
Orthopaedic Trauma


David Fulton, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC30+ years3+ pubs
Hand & Upper Extremity


Tyler Gonzalez, M.D., M.B.A.
Clinical Professor, Orthopedics
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC10+ years
Foot & Ankle Surgery


Kevin Murr, M.D.
Program Director, Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC15+ years5+ pubs
Orthopaedic Trauma


Mark Locke, M.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedics
Columbia, SC30+ years7+ pubs
Pediatric Orthopaedics
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these orthopaedic surgeons accept CareFirst?
Each profile on this page lists CareFirst among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What CareFirst plans do these orthopaedic surgeons accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact CareFirst plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a orthopaedic surgeon that takes CareFirst?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Joint Replacement, Spine Surgery, and Sports Medicine. Then verify the specific CareFirst plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
Are these orthopaedic surgeons accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.