Steven D. Pletcher
Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Steven D. Pletcher

Gastroenterology
Sanford Center For Digestive Health
321 Eighth Ave. N., 
Fargo, ND 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
19
conditions
Sanford Center For Digestive Health
321 Eighth Ave. N., 
Fargo, ND 

Overview

A board certified provider with more than 25 years of experience in delivering gastrointestinal care, Dr. Steven Pletcher specializes in endoscopy, dilation of strictures, colonoscopies and polypectomies, esophageal pH and esophageal manometry testing, and gastrostomy tube placement. He treats liver, bile duct and pancreatic disease, along with the following conditions: Dr. Pletcher served on the board of directors that started Hispanic Volunteers in Medicine in Columbus, IN, and served in the Continuing Medical Education Leadership team at Columbus Regional Hospital. He also started Southeastern Indiana Gastroenterology in 2002 as a one physician and one nurse practitioner which grew to eight providers, and continues to provide medical care in southeastern Indiana. Speaks: English, Spanish.

Dr. Pletcher is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Pletcher is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: GastroenterologyAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 64 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Pletcher is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine: GastroenterologyAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Indiana University Medical Center, Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Medical Center Fargo

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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CareSource
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Cigna
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  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Humana
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Independent Health
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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Northern Plains Alliance
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Premera Blue Cross
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Primewest Health System
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Sanford
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Sanford Health
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Locations

Sanford Center for Digestive Health
321 Eighth Ave. N., Fargo, ND 58102

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Pletcher has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Analysis of Inflammation and Microbiome in Patients With Sinusitis and Asthma
Analysis of Inflammation and Microbiome in Patients With Sinusitis and Asthma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 03, 2021
Intervention Type: Procedure

64 Total Publications

Early Evaluation of the AI-Enabled Residency Application Screening Tool Thalamus Cortex: Opportunities, Inaccuracies, and Implications for Resident Selection.
Early Evaluation of the AI-Enabled Residency Application Screening Tool Thalamus Cortex: Opportunities, Inaccuracies, and Implications for Resident Selection.
Journal: The Laryngoscope
Published: January 07, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Steven D. Pletcher

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Steven D. Pletcher?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Steven D. Pletcher by calling their office at 701-234-2525. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Steven D. Pletcher a top-rated expert for Benign Esophageal Stricture?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven D. Pletcher is classified as an Advanced expert for Benign Esophageal Stricture, 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. Steven D. Pletcher specialize in?

While Dr. Steven D. Pletcher is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, and Diarrhea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Steven D. Pletcher participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Steven D. Pletcher has published 64 articles and abstracts on conditions like Benign Esophageal Stricture. You can view a list of Dr. Steven D. Pletcher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Steven D. Pletcher accept my insurance?

Dr. Steven D. Pletcher accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 701-234-2525 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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