Summary

Dr. Russell Ditzler specializes in family medicine and sleep medicine, bringing over four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in Charleston and completed residency training at both CEME/Palmetto General Hospital and Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital in family medicine. Dr. Ditzler holds board certification in family medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ditzler practices at Palmetto Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina, and maintains hospital privileges at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast. He focuses on managing chronic kidney disease and helping patients control type 2 diabetes. His expertise includes treating high blood pressure and incorporating physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Ditzler an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 41 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Palmetto Family Medicine

109 Barton Creek CtColumbia, SC 29229

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Russell E. Ditzler

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - PPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Russell E. Ditzler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Russell E. Ditzler has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Diabetes
  • Family Planning
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Russell E. Ditzler holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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 CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program and Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Family Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc in 1985 and Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Russell E. Ditzler's NPI number is 1053378588.

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Russell Ditzler is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast.
What languages does Russell Ditzler speak?
Russell Ditzler speaks English.

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