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Dr. David Blickensderfer, MD

Dr. David Blickensderfer, MD

Anesthesiologist

Rapid City, SD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blickensderfer, Anesthesiologist in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. David Blickensderfer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blickensderfer graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program. Dr. Blickensderfer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blickensderfer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blickensderfer’s office at (605) 343-1333.

    Where did Dr. Blickensderfer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program

    • Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Blickensderfer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blickensderfer typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blickensderfer 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. Blickensderfer. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blickensderfer typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blickensderfer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Blickensderfer. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Blickensderfer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blickensderfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 343-1333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blickensderfer accept in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Blickensderfer in Rapid City, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Avera Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Blickensderfer's office located?

    Dr. David Blickensderfer's Primary Practice

    353 Fairmont Blvd

    Rapid City, SD 57701

    (605) 343-1333

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    Dr. David Blickensderfer's Practice 2

    631 Saint Anne St Ste 102

    Rapid City, SD 57701

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    What hospitals are Dr. Blickensderfer affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Blickensderfer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Monument Health Neurology And Rehabilitation,Rapid City, SD
    Same Day Surgery Center,Rapid City, SD
    Monument Health Rapid City Clinic, Flormann Street,Rapid City, SD
    Monument Health Sturgis Hospital,Sturgis, SD
    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital,Rapid City, SD

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

    Dr. Blickensderfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760461263.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blickensderfer?

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

    What is Dr. David Blickensderfer's specialty?

    Dr. Blickensderfer is an Anesthesiologist near Rapid City, SD.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. David Blickensderfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blickensderfer is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish 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

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    Is Dr. David Blickensderfer accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?

    Yes, Dr. David Blickensderfer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Blickensderfer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blickensderfer's office at (605) 343-1333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Blickensderfer?

    Please contact Dr. Blickensderfer's office at (605) 343-1333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blickensderfer's office located?

    Dr. Blickensderfer's office is located in Rapid City, SD.