Joseph P. Schowalter
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter

Gastroenterology
1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
Sioux Falls, SD 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
10
conditions
1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Dr. Joseph Schowalter provides expert hospital-based care focused on conditions of the stomach, intestines and broader gastrointestinal system at Avera in Sioux Falls, SD.

Dr. Schowalter is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Schowalter is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Fellowships

Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota
Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato
Brookings Health System
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center
Spencer Municipal Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avera Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Mountain Health
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • POS
  • PPO
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sanford
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
1325 South Cliff Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Total Publications

Adult Celiac Disease: Recognition and Diagnosis for the Primary Care Provider.
Adult Celiac Disease: Recognition and Diagnosis for the Primary Care Provider.
Journal: South Dakota medicine : the journal of the South Dakota State Medical Association
Published: July 22, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter by calling their office at 605-504-1400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter a top-rated expert for Intestinal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter is classified as an Advanced expert for Intestinal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter specialize in?

While Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Angiodysplasia of the Colon. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Intestinal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter accept my insurance?

Dr. Joseph P. Schowalter accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Avera Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-504-1400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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