APARNA BALICHETTY MD
Prescription History 1083852321
Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA
What does Dr. Balichetty prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Balichetty wrote 4,829 Medicare prescriptions for 96 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 322 prescriptions for 83 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Balichetty prescribes.
Medications 96 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Pennsylvania prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 322 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $6.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 285 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $10.78 per fill, versus $12.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 285 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $10.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 273 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $12.55 per fill, versus $12.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 223 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $8.96 per fill, versus $11.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 145 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.32 per fill, versus $14.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 133 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $7.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 123 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $29.66 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 113 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $9.18 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 112 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $22.37 per fill, versus $16.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 109 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $22.62 per fill, versus $14.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 102 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $17.94 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 99 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $12.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 85 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 85 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $9.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 85 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $2.20 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 80 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $15.51 per fill, versus $22.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 79 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 83% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $3.54 per fill, versus $4.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 77 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $8.32 per fill, versus $7.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 70 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,102.74 per fill, versus $1,230.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 69 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 68 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $26.92 per fill, versus $32.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 66 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $19.02 per fill, versus $17.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 65 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 83% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $2.99 per fill, versus $4.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 63 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $13.46 per fill, versus $14.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 54 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $45.27 per fill, versus $61.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 51 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $13.23 per fill, versus $12.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 50 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $972.17 per fill, versus $952.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 46 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $16.92 per fill, versus $15.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 46 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $17.11 per fill, versus $8.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 45 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.46 per fill, versus $11.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 45 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.67 per fill, versus $8.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 43 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $20.66 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 35 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.56 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 33 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $25.69 per fill, versus $17.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 32 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $950.04 per fill, versus $796.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 32 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $26.46 per fill, versus $20.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 30 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $17.91 per fill, versus $27.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 29 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $37.65 per fill, versus $25.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 29 prescriptions for Ibu, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $2.02 per fill, versus $6.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 29 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.52 per fill, versus $14.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 28 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $12.29 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 28 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 73% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $97.65 per fill, versus $49.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 28 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $13.15 per fill, versus $23.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 27 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $11.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 27 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $7.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 26 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 66% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $115.12 per fill, versus $26.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $220.80 per fill, versus $164.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 24 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 37% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $5.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 23 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $7.20 per fill, versus $5.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 23 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.44 per fill, versus $16.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 22 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $7.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 22 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $24.48 per fill, versus $9.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 22 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,098.26 per fill, versus $1,230.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 21 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $463.59 per fill, versus $496.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 21 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $22.17 per fill, versus $18.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 21 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $346.85 per fill, versus $401.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 21 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $848.25 per fill, versus $791.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 21 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,092.04 per fill, versus $1,180.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $44.54 per fill, versus $22.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 19 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 19 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $8.95 per fill, versus $13.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $11.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $14.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 19 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $2.07 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 19 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $13.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 18 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 65% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.37 per fill, versus $15.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 18 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 33% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.52 per fill, versus $26.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 18 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $11.83 per fill, versus $14.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 17 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $0.82 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.19 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 17 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $24.67 per fill, versus $28.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 16 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 33% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,481.63 per fill, versus $843.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 15 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 15 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $19.06 per fill, versus $26.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 14 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.77 per fill, versus $2.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 14 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.00 per fill, versus $16.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 14 prescriptions for Januvia, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $619.68 per fill, versus $866.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 14 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.96 per fill, versus $12.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 14 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1.65 per fill, versus $4.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $60.60 per fill, versus $62.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $38.13 per fill, versus $26.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $13.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $26.61 per fill, versus $20.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Linzess, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $504.41 per fill, versus $712.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $49.37 per fill, versus $58.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $58.17 per fill, versus $31.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.46 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 13 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $38.91 per fill, versus $31.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 12 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1.40 per fill, versus $6.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 12 prescriptions for Jantoven, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.51 per fill, versus $8.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.01 per fill, versus $13.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 12 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $29.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 12 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $86.91 per fill, versus $42.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 11 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1.85 per fill, versus $30.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Balichetty wrote 11 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 23% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $19.66 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Balichetty’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Balichetty prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Balichetty's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (322), Atorvastatin Calcium (285) and Levothyroxine Sodium (285).
How does Dr. Balichetty's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 96 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Balichetty prescribes 11 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 27 about as often and 58 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Balichetty prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Pennsylvania prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
