
Michael Whitney Peelle, MD
Orthopedic SurgerySpine Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Michael Whitney Peelle
Michael W. Peelle, MD, is a board-certified spine surgeon at Prisma Health in Columbia, South Carolina, with over 15 years’ experience treating neck and back conditions. He performs detailed evaluations for adult degenerative and traumatic spinal conditions, often emphasizing non-surgical treatments. He also routinely performs minimally invasive spinal surgeries for cervical and lumbar disc problems.
Dr. Peelle received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where he also completed his internship and residency, serving as chief resident in his final year of orthopedic surgery training. He completed a fellowship in spine and scoliosis surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery/Weil Cornell Medical College in New York City. He then served as an Air Force orthopedic surgeon in Dayton, Ohio, and earned the Meritorious Service Medal for his deployment to Afghanistan.
Peelle is a currently a fellow with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the North American Spine Society and South Carolina Spine Society. He has numerous peer-reviewed publications on spinal surgery and has presented research papers at multiple national meetings.
He specializes in cervical disc arthroplasty procedures – a non-fusion procedure to treat ruptured discs and pinched nerves in the neck – and has traveled extensively teaching this procedure to other surgeons across the country. In addition, he specializes in using microsurgical procedures in the lumbar spine to relieve back and leg pain with minimal downtime for patients.
Peelle performs independent medical examinations for work-related injuries and is certified by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners. He also uses his master’s degree in health care administration to improve the quality of care for his patients.
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Care Team
Prisma Health Orthopedics – Lexington
104 Saluda Pointe Drive, Lexington, SC 29072
Locations
- Prisma Health Orthopedics – Lexington
- 104 Saluda Pointe Drive, Lexington, SC 29072
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-296-7846
- fax: 803-296-9699
- Prisma Health Orthopedics – 100 Parkridge
- 100 Palmetto Health Parkway, Suite 320, Columbia, SC 29212
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-296-7846
- fax: 803-296-9699
Expertise
Education
- Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine
- Residency: Barnes Jewish Hospital
- Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery of the Sp
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance
- Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
- Absolute Total Care (Centene)
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
- BCBS
- BCBS Blue Essentials
- BCBS PPC
- BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
- BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
- BlueChoice Health Plan
- BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
- BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- Cigna Medicare
- Companion Benefit Alternatives
- CorVel Workers Compensation
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- FirstHealth (Aetna)
- Healthy Connections
- Humana - Healthy Horizons
- Humana Choice Care
- Humana Medicare
- Liberty Advantage
- Logistics Health
- Magellan
- MedCost
- Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
- Molina
- Molina Medicaid
- Multiplan/PHCS
- NHC Advantage
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Promise Health Plan
- SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
- Select Health Medicare
- Select Heath (First Choice)
- Spectera
- TriCare
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
- Wellcare (Centene)
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
464 ratings, 108 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
I honestly had a perfect experience. Dr. Peelle and the nurses are wonderful. Thank you.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2026
It took a long time for the prescription to be called in.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2026
I love the way you treated me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Great experience every time, continue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Everyone was very helpful and this was my first visit with Dr Peelle- very professional and attentive. He also sent a direct response to my regular Dr that referred me- through My Chart-Much appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
A good visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
Care was outstanding, I can't offer any suggestions during this visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
Excellent Service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Everything was fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Have release forms sent electronically to other prisma doctors instead of asking me to physically do it
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Get a real doctor that knows medical issues and that can real answers. If he doesn't know he can give you information to where you can find a doctor that knows your issues.That can help you with your situation.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Have the doctor actually listen and not be condescending.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
Nothing- great experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
I don't know of any way you could improve on Dr. Peelle office. Between him and his staff I give them an A+
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
I was/am satisfied with the care I received.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
I was very satisfied Thx
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Be sure you have all the paperwork from the PCP before the patient travels an hour for a pre op.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Visit was fine. No complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Everything was outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
The offic is great. Dr Peelle is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Perfectly happy with my care at Prisma
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Always greatness
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
I totally love staff & Dr.Peelle has been my surgeon for years & I have full confidence in him. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
It's always a pleasure to see Dr. peelle. He listens he offers assistance. He cares about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Continue the great treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
My visit was done very professional and with the utmost respect and I thank everyone who participated in my care Thank you all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
No problem during this visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Everything was all good and they took care of me very well and gave me all the information and everything I needed to know thank you very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr. Peelle embodies trust in his proven skill as a surgeon and his user friendly approach during visits. A+++++++ Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Everything went well. Everyone on Dr Peelle's team was very kind and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Everyone did an excellent job. I don't think there's nothing else you can improve. I was treated so good. If I have to rate y'all from a 1- 10, I would definitely give you a 10.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Very professional staff and office. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Nothing, it was and has been a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Things where good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
Make sure when someone checks in they are checked in. Waited 45 minutes after my appt. Before they realized I was not checked in.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
No improvement needed! Fantastic group!
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
I have a medical condition that wad previously picked up on xray. It was not acknowledged or mentioned. That is not reassuring...
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr Peelle and his staff is the very best and I don't know how you could improve. I am a very happy & pleased patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
I have no complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Everything was professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
Nothing to offer... exceptional support and have utmost trust and respect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
Keep doing what you are doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
No improvements needed. It was an exceptional experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
I did not get a chance to explain my history regardless ?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Change nothing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
I have found that depending on what Prisma office you are in, the staff doesn't take your blood pressure. I believe Prisma is missing the mark in this area. A set of vitals should be a standard of care. The staff might find a patient with hypertension/hypotension, and irregular pulse. I write this as an in general finding not on my visit yesterday.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
I have trust in this practice. This is why I have continued to use this practice for decades for multiple orthopedic needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
My appointment visit was flawless.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
I definitely felt I had been heard and was grateful for fitting me in , I was so hurting and would have had to go to the ER where I was not known. Now I can wait for surgery and and not be in agony because Dr Peelle ordered Rxs that have greatly improved my condition.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
I wish the doctor had gone into more detail about the results of my MRI and why I experience the pain I have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
I have trusted this practice with multiple orthopedic issues since 2006 (Moore Clinic). I have faith in their treatment of my current issues.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Reception area needs work, various doctor signs or on the counter, so I assumed that you would go to the doctor yiu plan to visit. I waited and another receptionist signed me in. The receptionist are not friendly or welcoming. Notice the same thing with other patients as they arrived. The wait time was longer then it should have been. Some patient were openly complaining about the wait time. They should not schedule too many patients as the time to cut wait time and to allow the doctor time to discuss needs with the patient. My time with the doctor was very short and my health concerns did not seem important. Trust between doctors and patients is very important. This office needs improvement in many areas.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Everything okay
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
No changes. Everyone was professional and helpful.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
I just wish Dr. Peelle would have had more answers for me for the situation that I'm dealing with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Everything went well!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Nothing I can think of, everything was perfect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
I cannot think of anything different that could be done. It was a good experience. All staff members and the physician were professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I had full support. I totally trust the doctor and all the staff that worked with me. All were very respectful, polite and friendly. I have no issues. Or any suggestions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
No issues, treatment was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
I could have not asked for more. Dr Peelle performed back surgery for me 7 years ago which increased my quality of life. He is a most capable surgeon and kind and caring medical provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr. Peelle provided excellent care. His knowledge, skill, and talent in his area of expertise is undeniable. I am thankful that God inspired Dr. Peelle to inter this profession. It is difficult and scary to trust in doctors with serious surgeries but after the consult I felt confident and at ease in his ability to help me on my path of getting back to better health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
When we were discussing the surgery and time to recover, we missed the part about the intense pain and the long, long recovery period. We understood the major surgery procedure. However, we did not hear much about the length of time and major pain part or we did not hear it. Today, my wife is extremely please with her recovery. For us, we needed to hear the recovery time and pain part repeated several times.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
Listened! The treatments that were recommended I already went through them all. I was referred out to PRISMA to have surgery after the VA Orthopedics finally found out the cause of my pain (herniated disc). Then I was told what insurance to use when the referral was from the Veterans Administration!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
My experience with Prisma Orthopedic was exceptional as always.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
Everything was top notch
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Check in, checkout, pre-nurse Medical interview was excellent. Dr Peelle is an excellent person and spine surgeon, he will be the only surgeon who will ever take care of my medical spine issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
Actually, nothing that I can think of. I couldn't ask for anything more!! They almost made me 4get that I was at a medical appointment!!??
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
At this moment I can't think of anything else i was pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Can't think of a thing - I was in and out in record time. Dr. Peelle answered all my questions and took time to explain my x-rays, etc. A very pleasant experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Everyone there does an excellent job. Don't need to change anything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
I thought there would be info reported in the summary notes. Especially for me to review what was discussed and conclusions drawn and recommendations made. Also for future follow up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
I thought everything was good. Dr. Peelle answered every question I asked.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
I don't believe it could be any better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
It was a very good visit! No other information needed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
Cannot think of a thing ...our experience was exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Everything was fine.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Waited 45 minutes before seeing the Dr.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
All staff were professional and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Everyone was very nice and considerate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Nothing to add. Another pleasant visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Nothing, excellent service was given to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Dr. Peelle is a great physician who listens and trys to provide you with the right treatment plan. I greatly appreciate him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Everything was done in a very professional manner and very courteous by all the staff and Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
Dr. Peelle is a great listener and answers all questions. I've had few doctors that are as responsive to my needs and offered me as much time as Dr. Peelle does. All he needs to do is to continue working with patients as he has been.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
There have been past issues with Prisma, but this visit was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Everything was fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Comment I have never seen a nurse on any visits so I said NO O THE QUESTION about a nurse
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Everything was perfect. Doctor listened attentively. Everybody was nice. Very happy with my visit and very happy with Dr. Peely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Continue the best care possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
I was treated well. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
I cannot think of anything that could have improved my trust in Dr Peelle or his staff. I was treated with respect and kindness during this visit. I have been supported by Dr Peelle from the beginning. He has been there for me and I appreciate him and his staff very much. Thank you for letting me share my gratitude to them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
All good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Happy with my care
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Waiting time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
All was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
Keep doing what you are doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
This practice - Dr Peelle - has always been the best for me and my husband! We have referred folks to him for years!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
I'm very thankful for the great work Dr. Peelle did through surgery on my lower back. I'm able to do a lot of things again.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
Everyone did a great job!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
No recommendations Dr Peelle wonderful !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
Dr. Peelle is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
I love the staff and Dr Peelle. He needs to be cloned!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
The whole team was great, first class operation. Dr. Peelle is an excellent provider- you can feel that he cares. All the staff made eye contact and were very helpful and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
The nurse forgot to put my chart in the door an I waited for a long time, they need to pay .more attention I waited extra 30 minutes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2025
All was outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Thus far I have been satisfied with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Dr. Peelle's staff is awesome, couldn't ask for better folks!
