The 2 Best Allergists in Rapid City, SD
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Rapid City.
If over-the-counter antihistamines stopped working, or your symptoms run for months instead of weeks, a board-certified allergist-immunologist can test what you actually react to and treat the cause. That includes immunotherapy, which lowers your sensitivity over three to five years. Our editors picked the 2 specialists below from the wider South Dakota list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Rapid City at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 2, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Rapid City
- Practices:
- Rapid City Medical Center, Black Hills Medical Group
- Local pollen season:
- Ponderosa pine and juniper come first in the Black Hills, in April and May. Grass peaks in June, and sagebrush and Russian thistle run from August into September, pushed around by steady wind off the plains.
Compare Rapid City Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halie M. Anderson, MD | Rapid City Medical Center | Rapid City, SD | Pediatric and adult allergy, Asthma, Food allergies |
| Abigail Finley, MD | Black Hills Medical Group | Rapid City, SD | Food allergies, Environmental allergies, Drug allergies |
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Halie M. Anderson, MD
Rapid City Medical Center
Rapid City, SD
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsDr. Anderson attended the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency and allergy-immunology fellowship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she also served as chief resident. She is one of only a handful of board-certified allergists practicing in South Dakota and is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital.
Areas of focus: Pediatric and adult allergy · Asthma · Food allergies · Environmental allergies · Immunodeficiency
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Abigail Finley, MD
Black Hills Medical Group
Rapid City, SD
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineMaster of Public Health (MPH)Dr. Finley earned her MD and MPH from Tulane University School of Medicine and Public Health and completed her residency and fellowship at Tulane. She specializes in all areas of allergy and immunology including food, environmental, and drug allergies with training in high-risk allergy, and is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital.
Areas of focus: Food allergies · Environmental allergies · Drug allergies · High-risk allergy · Pediatric and adult allergy
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Allergy Season in Rapid City
Ponderosa pine and juniper come first in the Black Hills, in April and May. Grass peaks in June, and sagebrush and Russian thistle run from August into September, pushed around by steady wind off the plains.
Bring dates to your appointment. An allergist can narrow the list of suspects much faster when you can say “this started the second week of April” and match it against what was actually in the air.
- Today's pollen count in Rapid City for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Rapid City air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Rapid City Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Black Hills and selected these 2 on:
- Board certification in Allergy & Immunology (ABAI)
- Hospital and academic affiliations with respected medical centers
- Peer recognition, including Top Doctor awards and professional society roles
- Practice reputation and years treating allergy and asthma patients
- Coverage across the metro, so the list is not all one hospital system
These listings are editorial picks, not paid placements or medical endorsements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Availability, insurance participation, and credentials change. Verify directly with the practice before booking. This page is for informational purposes and is not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the best allergists in Rapid City?
Our editors picked 2 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Black Hills: Halie M. Anderson, MD at Rapid City Medical Center in Rapid City; Abigail Finley, MD at Black Hills Medical Group in Rapid City. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Rapid City?
Ponderosa pine and juniper come first in the Black Hills, in April and May. Grass peaks in June, and sagebrush and Russian thistle run from August into September, pushed around by steady wind off the plains.
See today's pollen count in Rapid City →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Rapid City?
That depends on your insurance plan, not your city. Most PPO plans let you book straight with an allergist. HMO plans usually want a referral from your primary care doctor first. Call the practice or your insurer before you book.
How much does an allergist visit cost in Rapid City?
A first visit with a specialist typically runs $150 to $300 without insurance, and skin testing for a panel of environmental allergens usually adds $200 to $1,000 depending on how many allergens are tested. With insurance you pay your specialist copay, though testing is often billed separately. Ask the office for a cost estimate and their billing codes when you book.
What should I bring to my first allergist appointment?
Bring a list of your symptoms and the dates they flared, every medication you take including over-the-counter ones, your insurance card, and any past test results. Stop antihistamines 5 to 7 days before skin testing, since they can blunt the results. Confirm the exact timing with the office.
Check Rapid City pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Rapid City allergists accepting new patients?
That changes month to month, so call the practice to check. These are editorial picks, not paid placements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Verify current credentials, availability, and insurance participation directly with the office before you book.
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Before You Call
Start a symptom log this week. Note the day, what you felt, and what the pollen count was. Two or three weeks of that turns a vague “my allergies are bad” into something an allergist can work from.
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