Summary

Dr. Ralph Salzer treats carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis, and stenosing tenosynovitis, and performs hand and wrist surgery, open carpal tunnel surgery, and bursa aspiration. He practices orthopedic surgery and sports medicine and has 45 years of experience in the field. Dr. Salzer is affiliated with Beaufort Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Okatie, South Carolina. He completed his medical training at Tulane University School of Medicine and his residency at LSU Health Sciences. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Salzer 4.79 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer has 6 locations

Beaufort Orthopaedic Sports And Spine

1076 Ribaut Rd Ste 101Beaufort, SC 29902
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hilton Head Hospital

25 Hospital Center BlvdHilton Head Island, SC 29926

Beaufort Memorial Hospital

955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902

Boss Orthopaedics

39 Hospital Center Cmns Fl 2Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Beaufort Orthopaedic Sports And Spine

4812 Bluffton PkwyBluffton, SC 29910
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bluffton Okatie Surgery Center

40 Okatie Center Blvd S Ste 125Okatie, SC 29909
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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45 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Beaufort , SCSavannah , GABluffton , SCBeaufort , SC
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - PPO
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Clover Health
  • Consolidated Health Plans
  • EmblemHealth
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Salzer's NPI number is 1356385454.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ralph Salzer's office located?
Dr. Ralph Salzer's office is located at 1076 Ribaut Rd Ste 101, Beaufort, SC, 29902.
Does Dr. Ralph Salzer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ralph Salzer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Ralph Salzer accepting new patients?
Dr. Ralph Salzer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Ralph Salzer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Ralph Salzer speak?
Dr. Ralph Salzer speaks English.
Does Dr. Ralph Salzer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ralph Salzer accepts on their Vitals profile.

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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