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Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD
3.9 (35 Ratings)

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Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hickory, NC.
Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD
3.9 (35 Ratings)
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Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Hickory, NC
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hickory, NC.

About

Dr. Maxy graduated from New York University. Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hickory, NC and has 30 years experience. Dr. Maxy currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center and Caldwell Memorial Hospital. Dr. Maxy has experience treating conditions like Radiculopathy, Lumbar Radiculopathy and Spinal Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Maxy received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 35 times. Dr. Maxy's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Maxy is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Femur Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Fusion
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Heel Spur
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Sacrum Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Arthrocentesis
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Open Access Plus
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Blue Network L
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
    National POS
  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Aetna
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
  • BlueOptions PPO
    Blue Home with Novant Health
    Blue Value PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Carolina Orthopaedic Specialist
    2165 Medical Park Dr, Hickory, NC 28602
  2. 2 Carolina Orthopaedic Specialist PA
    503 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
  3. 3 EmergeOrtho P.A.
    160 River Bend Dr Ste C, Granite Falls, NC 28630

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Maxy
3.9
Based on 35 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (9)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 09, 2024
Dr Maxy has a terrific 'bedside manner'. Takes a lot of time to explain the condition with a spinal model and what can be done to alleviate the problem. He allows time for your questions which he answers very patiently in laymen's terms.
— Dec 09, 2024
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York University
    1994
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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Does Dr. Maxy communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Maxy offer an online patient portal?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Maxy's profile.

Dr. Maxy frequently treats the following conditions: Radiculopathy, Lumbar Radiculopathy and Spinal Stenosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center and Caldwell Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ralph Maxy, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Catawba Valley Medical Center

    810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC

  • Frye Regional Medical Center

    420 N Center St, Hickory, NC

  • Caldwell Memorial Hospital

    321 Mulberry St SW, Lenoir, NC