Summary

Dr. David Bertsch is a surgeon with four decades of experience serving patients throughout Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, building a foundation for his extensive career in surgical care. Dr. Bertsch communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Bertsch practices at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. His expertise includes treating complex conditions such as abdominal cancer, anal cancer, and appendiceal cancer through surgical intervention. He utilizes diagnostic tools like CT scans and calcium blood tests to guide patient care, while also coordinating pathology testing when needed. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Sayre General Surgery Department of Robert Packer Hospital

1 Guthrie SqSayre, PA 18840
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryFamily MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
41 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Sayre , PAElmira , NYTowanda , PASayre , PA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David J Bertsch

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • "Martins Point Healthcare -Tricare¬†"
  • Aetna - Medicare Advantage¬†
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicare Advantage¬†
  • AmeriHealth Caritas¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • CDPHP¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Cigna¬†
  • Devon Health
  • Excellus (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New York) for New York State employees¬†
  • Excellus (Blue Cross-Blue Shield - New York)¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Fidelis Care - Commercial Exchange Product only (Obamacare)
  • Fidelis Care¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Geisinger Health Plan¬†
  • Geisinger Health Plan¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Highmark (Blue Cross - Blue Shield - Pennsylvania)¬†
  • Highmark¬† Wholecare - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Highmark¬† Wholecare - Medicare Advantage
  • iCircle - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Jefferson (formerly Healthcare Partners)- Medicare Advantage¬†
  • Lifetime Benefits Solutions (part of Excellus - Blue Cross Blue Shield -¬† New York)
  • Medicare - New York
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania¬†
  • Molina Health Plan¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • MVP Health Care¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Nascentia - Medicare Advantage¬†
  • Pa Health & Wellness¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • Pa Health and Wellness - Commercial Exchange Product only (Obamacare)¬†
  • United Behavioral Health (Behavioral services)¬†
  • United Healthcare¬†
  • United Healthcare¬† - Medicaid Managed Care
  • UPMC Health Plan¬† - Medicaid Managed Care

Medical Specialties

David J Bertsch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David J Bertsch has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Colorectal Cancer
  • General Surgeon
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Melanoma
  • Pancreatic Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

David J Bertsch holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1985.

NPI Number

David J Bertsch's NPI number is 1740255405.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does David Bertsch speak?
David Bertsch speaks English.
Which hospitals is David Bertsch affiliated with?
David Bertsch is affiliated with Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital.
Where is David Bertsch's office located?
David Bertsch's office is located at 1 Guthrie Sq, Sayre, PA, 18840.
Does David Bertsch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
David Bertsch has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does David Bertsch accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that David Bertsch accepts on their Vitals profile.

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