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Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD

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Specializes in: Family Medicine
Professional interests include: memory disorders, cholesterol problems (lipid disorders), headache, and more.
100 South Jackson Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202

Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA specializing in family medicine. Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network, KEYSTONE REHABILITATION SYSTEMS INC and ALLEGHENY CLINIC.

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Office Locations

Allegheny Health Network

100 South Jackson Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-5744
(412) 734-9420
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1000 W View Park Drive Suite 1
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
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Some issues Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

  • Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
  • Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
  • Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
  • Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2013 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 68
doctor visit 166
preventive care 11
vaccines 11

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 42
Female 80
Age
From 65 to 74 46
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 20
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2013 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 34
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 16
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2014 were blood draw, preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 103
doctor visit 207
lab tests 13
preventive care 20
vaccines 20

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 42
Female 99
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 125
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 64
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 13
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 38
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 14
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 12
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 18
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2015 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 48
doctor visit 166

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 82
Female 142
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 202
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 92
From 75 to 84 40
85 and over 38
Less than 65 54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 38
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 13
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 26
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2016 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 31
doctor visit 112
preventive care 12
vaccines 12

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 32
Female 66
Age
From 65 to 74 46
From 75 to 84 16
85 and over 14
Less than 65 22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 36
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 18
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2017 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 30
doctor visit 139
lab tests 23
preventive care 21
vaccines 21

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 36
Female 75
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 97
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 49
From 75 to 84 22
85 and over 16
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and depression.

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 23
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 30
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2018 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 49
doctor visit 143
preventive care 15
vaccines 15

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 45
Female 64
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 91
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 21
85 and over 11
Less than 65 19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 42
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 25
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2019 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 44
doctor visit 123
preventive care 22
vaccines 22

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 41
Female 62
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 85
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 52
From 75 to 84 22
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 33
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 21
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2020 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 47
doctor visit 119
preventive care 17
vaccines 17

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 40
Female 77
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 101
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 60
From 75 to 84 25
85 and over 11
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 41
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 19
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2021 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 68
doctor visit 149
preventive care 14
vaccines 14

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 38
Female 84
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 108
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 65
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 21
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA during 2022 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 21
doctor visit 134
preventive care 14
vaccines 14

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 25
Female 61
Age
From 65 to 74 48
From 75 to 84 22
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 145

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Male 23
Female 56
Age
From 65 to 74 40
From 75 to 84 21
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 15
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pittsburgh, PA were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

blood draw 50
doctor visit 145
lab tests 18
preventive care 16
vaccines 16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD.

Gender
Female 78
Male 40
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 73
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
85 and over 11
75 to 84 23
Less than 65 19
65 to 74 56

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 41
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 16
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 13
Asthma 3
Osteoporosis 5
Heart Failure 6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 1
Cancer 1
Dementia 0

Education & Training

She completed residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allegheny Health Network
KEYSTONE REHABILITATION SYSTEMS INC
ALLEGHENY CLINIC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Aparna Balichetty, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
SANOFI PASTEUR INC. $100 FLUZONE QIV
$77 		ADACEL
$12 		NO PRODUCT DISCUSSED
$11
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp) $62 LifeVest
$62
Pfizer Inc. $50 TRUMENBA
$35 		CHANTIX
$15
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. $28 FLULAVAL
$15 		SHINGRIX
$13
Medtronic USA, Inc. $15 Spinal Cord Neurostimulation - Neuro
$15
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $238
Education $15

Biography

Dr. Aparna Balichetty's area of specialization is family medicine. Dr. Balichetty's areas of expertise include heart problems, women's health issues, and headache. She is professionally affiliated with Allegheny Health Network. She completed her residency training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC).

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