CP
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pocha, Transplant Surgeon in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Christine Pocha, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pocha is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pocha’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pocha’s office at (605) 322-7350.
Where did Dr. Pocha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Friedrich-Schiller Univ- Bereich Med- Jena- Germany
Is Dr. Pocha board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christine Pocha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pocha speak?
Dr. Pocha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Pocha treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Pocha 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. Pocha. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Alcoholic liver disease
- Other specified liver Disease
- Enlarged Liver
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- Alcohol-related liver damage
- Liver problems from alcohol
- Alcoholic hepatopathy
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R188: Other ascites
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K709: Alcoholic liver disease, unspecified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Which procedures does Dr. Pocha perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christine Pocha may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pocha's office.
Does Dr. Pocha accept my insurance?
Dr. Pocha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 322-7350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pocha accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Pocha in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avera Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medica
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
State of South Dakota
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Pocha's office located?
Dr. Christine Pocha's Primary Practice
1600 S Highline Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
(605) 322-7350
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Christine Pocha an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Pocha has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Pocha, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Pocha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pocha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043228745.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pocha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pocha
What is Dr. Christine Pocha's specialty?
Dr. Pocha is a Transplant Surgeon near Sioux Falls, SD. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Pocha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Pocha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pocha is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera St. Luke's which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Christine Pocha accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
Yes, Dr. Christine Pocha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Pocha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pocha's office at (605) 322-7350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Pocha?
Please contact Dr. Pocha's office at (605) 322-7350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Pocha have?
Dr. Christine Pocha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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