David A Welch, PA
David A Welch is a Surgical Physician Assistant based in Sioux Falls, SD with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in medical, David a Welch, PA is a long-established surgical physician assistant in Sioux Falls. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 26 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
Older · 6291dNPPES updated 2009-03-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1001 E. 21st St. Ste 301, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better62%
South Dakota avg: 6.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+56.9 pts)
62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
159
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
319
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,223
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $679k
Percentile rankings compared against 117 reporting peers in South Dakota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.3k received from industry
26 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to David a Welch's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
26 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363AS0400X
Mailing address
Po Box 86370, Sioux Falls, SD 57118-6370
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With David a Welch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David a Welch for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Sioux Falls required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David a Welch
Dr. Welch is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sioux Falls, SD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (605) 322-7350.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David a Welch
Practice Location
1001 E. 21st St. Ste 301, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Mailing Address
Po Box 86370, Sioux Falls, SD 57118-6370
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