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Dr. Sarah Bligh, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bligh, Gastroenterologist in Dakota Dunes, SD?

    Dr. Sarah Bligh, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Dakota Dunes, SD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bligh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bligh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bligh’s office at (605) 217-5500.

    Is Dr. Bligh board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Bligh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bligh speak?

    Dr. Bligh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bligh treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bligh diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Bligh. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Bligh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bligh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 217-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bligh accept in Dakota Dunes, SD?

    Dr. Bligh in Dakota Dunes, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Bligh's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Bligh's Primary Practice

    600 N Sioux Point Rd

    Dakota Dunes, SD 57049

    (605) 217-5500

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    Dr. Sarah Bligh's Practice 2

    201 E 4th St

    South Sioux City, NE 68776

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    Dr. Sarah Bligh's Practice 3

    5708 Sunnybrook Ct

    Sioux City, IA 51106

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    What is Dr. Bligh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bligh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225266364.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bligh?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bligh

    What is Dr. Sarah Bligh's specialty?

    Dr. Bligh is a Gastroenterologist near Dakota Dunes, SD. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Bligh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sarah Bligh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bligh is affiliated with Dunes Surgical Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Sarah Bligh accepting new patients in Dakota Dunes, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Bligh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Bligh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bligh's office at (605) 217-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Bligh?

    Please contact Dr. Bligh's office at (605) 217-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Bligh have?

    Dr. Sarah Bligh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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