Dr. Joel E. Pessa
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 41 years
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1326034018
Dr. Joel E. Pessa MD
Plastic Surgeon
He is located at 1002 18th Avenue Southeast in Minot, ND 58701. Can help patients with the following: Colon Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Esophageal Cancer, Gangrene, Hernia, Sebaceous Cyst. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326034018. Appointment can be made via the phone number (701) 852-6143.
Conditions treated
Dr. Joel Edward Pessa, being an plastic surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Joel E. Pessa.
- Achalasia
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Boils
- Breast Implant Removals
- Breast Implants
- Breast Reduction
- Buttock Lift
- Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Crohn's Disease
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Cyst
- Dermabrasion
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Eyelid Lift
- Facelift
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lip Augmentation
- Liposuction
- Lymphedema
- Otoplasty / Ear Lift
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Rhinoplasty
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Tummy Tuck
- Ulcerative Colitis
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Joel E. Pessa as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 14 plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCare Bronze HSA Eligible $50 PCP Copay ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare Gold $10 PCP Copay ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare Silver $20 PCP Copay ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueDirect Bronze 100 HSA Eligible ($8000 Deductible / $5 Preventive Drug List) | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueDirect Gold 90 HSA Eligible ($2600 Deductible / $5 Preventive Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueDirect Silver 80 HSA Eligible ($3500 Deductible / $5 Preventive Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssential Catastrophic 100 HSA Eligible $10600 Deductible | PPO · Catastrophic | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueValue Bronze HSA Eligible $50 PCP Copay (Standardized plan) | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueValue Gold $30 PCP Copay (Standardized plan) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BlueValue Silver $40 PCP Copay (Standardized plan) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Altru Gold ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Altru Silver ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Trinity Gold ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| DakotaBlue Trinity Silver ($5 Value Based Drug List) | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
Sanford Health Plan
Network data as of Sep 26, 2023, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Sanford Health Plan
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $1,750 | PPO · Gold | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $3,500 | PPO · Silver | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $4,750 | PPO · Silver | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $6,500 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity $7,200 HSA Qualified | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $2,000 | PPO · Gold | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $6,000 | PPO · Silver | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
| Sanford Individual Simplicity Standardized $7,500 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Simplicity | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Joel E. Pessa is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Joel E. Pessa is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Hand Surgery) .
Bills through: St Aloisius Hospital, Inc.
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Joel Edward Pessa accept insurance?
Dr. Joel Edward Pessa is listed in-network for 22 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Sanford Health Plan. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Joel Edward Pessa treat?
Dr. Joel Edward Pessa provides treatment for Colon Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Esophageal Cancer, Gangrene, Hernia, Sebaceous Cyst. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Joel Edward Pessa?
Dr. Joel Edward Pessa's office is located at 1002 18th Avenue Southeast in Minot, ND 58701.