Vijaya B. Sanikommu
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions

Overview

Dr. Sanikommu is a cardiologist who treats all types of heart disease, including patients with heart failure, myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, and valvular heart disease. She received her medical degree from Guntur Medical College in Guntur India and completed an internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship, both at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine for cardiovascular disease. She speaks English.

Dr. Sanikommu is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Necrosis, Atherectomy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Dr. Sanikommu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Sanikommu is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology
Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease

Fellowships

Allegheny General Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Ahn Wexford Hospital
Allegheny General Hospital
Jefferson Hospital
West Penn Hospital
Weirton Medical Center, Inc

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

AHN Cardiology at Allegheny Professional Building
490 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu a top-rated expert for Apoplexy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Apoplexy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu specialize in?

While Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Apoplexy, Heart Attack, and Necrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Apoplexy. You can view a list of Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu accept my insurance?

Dr. Vijaya B. Sanikommu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-359-5822 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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