Gastroenterologists Accepting First Health in South Dakota
6 verified gastroenterologists in South Dakota accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Clinical Hepatology, Colorectal Cancer Screening, and Motility & Functional GI. Common hospital affiliations include Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, and Spencer Municipal Hospital.


Christine Pocha, MD
Professor, Hepatology (University of South Dakota)
Gastroenterology
Sioux Falls, SD30+ years51+ pubs


Lee Austin, M.D.
Gastroenterologist, Sanford Center for Digestive Health
Gastroenterology
Sioux Falls, SD20+ years


Chencheng Xie, M.D.
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Gastroenterology
Sioux Falls, SD92+ pubs


Alexander Sarkisian, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Dakota Dunes, SD10+ years


Chandar Singaram, MD
gastroenterologist
Gastroenterology
Sioux Falls, SD30+ years


Cristina Hill Jensen, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Sioux Falls, SD20+ years
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these gastroenterologists accept First Health?
Each profile on this page lists First Health among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What First Health plans do these gastroenterologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact First Health plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a gastroenterologist that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Clinical Hepatology, Colorectal Cancer Screening, and Motility & Functional GI. Then verify the specific First Health plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
How do I narrow this list to my city?
Use the city links below to drill into a specific market — coverage and wait times vary by region even within the same state.