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Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (2000)
Professional interests include: anxiety, angina, acute bronchitis, and more.
3610 King Street Suite C
Alexandria, VA 22302

Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD is an internist in Alexandria, VA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in 2000 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD is affiliated with MedStar Health, MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC and MedStar Health: Urgent Care in Alexandria.

View Doctor's Full Profile (703) 845-2812

Office Locations

3610 King Street Suite C
Alexandria, VA 22302
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Some issues Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD can help you with:

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

  • Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
  • Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
  • A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
  • Unusual sleep or eating habits
  • Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
  • Physical aches and pains
  • Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

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.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2013 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 165
doctor visit 368
preventive care 21
vaccines 21

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 79
Female 119
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 118
Black 40
Hispanic 0
Asian 28
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 90
From 75 to 84 63
85 and over 25
Less than 65 20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2013 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 36
Dementia 10
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2014 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 219
doctor visit 432
preventive care 20
vaccines 20

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 94
Female 129
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 117
Black 50
Hispanic 0
Asian 33
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 109
From 75 to 84 64
85 and over 30
Less than 65 20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2014

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

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 33
Dementia 10
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2015 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 31
doctor visit 119
preventive care 14
vaccines 14

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 56
Female 112
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 116
Black 24
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 98
From 75 to 84 40
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2015

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

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 13
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 33
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2016 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 164
preventive care 18
vaccines 18

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 24
Female 66
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 56
Black 17
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 48
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 12
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 31
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2017 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 231
preventive care 32
vaccines 32

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 34
Female 73
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 71
Black 17
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 63
From 75 to 84 28
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2018 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 18
doctor visit 317
lab tests 18
preventive care 44
vaccines 44

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 51
Female 101
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 103
Black 24
Hispanic 0
Asian 12
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 85
From 75 to 84 41
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 16
Dementia 0
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 368
preventive care 51
vaccines 51

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 49
Female 121
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 118
Black 19
Hispanic 0
Asian 20
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 102
From 75 to 84 46
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 16
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 19
Dementia 7
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2020 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 269
preventive care 17
vaccines 17

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 38
Female 112
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 114
Black 20
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 90
From 75 to 84 44
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 13
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 11
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 21
Dementia 0
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2021 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 314
preventive care 14
vaccines 14

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 52
Female 125
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 126
Black 29
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 99
From 75 to 84 57
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2021

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

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 16
Dementia 8
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA during 2022 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 352
preventive care 13
vaccines 13

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 49
Female 119
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 121
Black 27
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 107
From 75 to 84 49
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and cancer.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 14
Depression 14
Chronic Kidney Disease 8
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 20
Dementia 0
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 338

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 54
Female 132
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 132
Black 26
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 108
From 75 to 84 65
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and osteoperosis.

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 15
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 8
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 19
Dementia 6
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated as an internist in Alexandria, VA were blood draw, preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

blood draw 138
diabetes management 18
doctor visit 297
lab tests 18
preventive care 24
vaccines 24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD.

Gender
Male 52
Female 109
Ethnicity
Black / African American 26
Asian / Pacific Islander 8
Non-Hispanic White 108
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 47
85 and over 5
Less than 65 3
65 to 74 90

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

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 1
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 12
Asthma 5
Osteoporosis 5
Heart Failure 4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 24
Atrial Fibrillation 3
Cancer 8
Dementia 3

Education & Training

Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in 2000. She completed residency at Union Memorial Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Virginia.

Medical School: Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (2000)

Residency: Union Memorial Hospital

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Virginia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Health
MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC
MedStar Health: Urgent Care in Alexandria

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MultiPlan, Optimum Choice, Optima Health, MAMSI, Magellan Health Services, United Healthcare Choice Plus, United Healthcare Choice, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Anthem, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, Aetna Medicare PFFS, CIGNA Indemnity, AmeriHealth, AARP, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, Coventry National Network PPO, Highmark, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Sentara Health Plans, WellPoint, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Humana Medicare Advantage PPO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan, CIGNA PPO Plus, HealthyBlue PPO, Aetna Premier 200PD, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS), M.D. IPA Preferred (POS), CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, IH-PPO, Aetna Advantage 6350PD, DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans, CareFirst EPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Optimum Choice Preferred (POS), Medicare Direct, OCI Direct (HMO), Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans, Aetna Open Choice (PPO), OA Plus, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, IH-Network Only Plus, IH-POS, Aetna Classic 5000, Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA, CareFirst Community Health Plan of Maryland, Healthy Blue (HMO, POS), IH-POS Plus, Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice, Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA, CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan, Health Services for Children with Special Needs, Choice POS II, CareFirst Blue Card Program, Choice Fund PPO, IH-EPO Plus, Aetna VA Exchange, Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS), Aetna Better Health of Virginia, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced, Aetna Worker's Compensation Network, Options PPO Cardiac Global, Uniformed Services Family Health Plan, Aetna Advantage 5750, IH-Open HMO Option, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, Aetna Basic, CareFirst FEP Blue Focus, Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, IH-Open POS Plus, Core Essential (HMO), IH-Open EPO Plus, Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO, Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network, MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global, CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO, Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS), IH-Open HMO, Aetna Advantage 6350, Erickson Advantage Plans, M.D. IPA (HMO), POS OA, Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund), Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS), IH-Open POS II, Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO, Aetna Classic 5000PD, CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Aetna Student Health Insurance, Private Health Care Systems (PPO), Choice POS, Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account, IH-Indemnity, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO), United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans, IH-HMO, IH-Open Network Only Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO), Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO, Medicare FFS, Maryland Physicians Care MCO, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, Advantra Platinum (PPO), Aetna Better Health of Maryland, BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage), Choice POS II Open Access, Employee Health Plan, Navigate, Police and Fire Clinic, Network OA, Aetna Classic 3500 and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

MultiPlan
Optimum Choice
Optima Health
MAMSI
Magellan Health Services
United Healthcare Choice Plus
United Healthcare Choice
First Health PPO
Blue Choice
Great-West Healthcare
TRICARE
Coventry
TRICARE Reserve Select
Anthem
Aetna Managed Choice POS
Beech Street PPO
Aetna HMO
Kaiser Permanente
CIGNA PPO
CIGNA EPO
Aetna Medicare PPO
Aetna Medicare PFFS
CIGNA Indemnity
AmeriHealth
AARP
Medicare Advantage
TriWest
Coventry National Network PPO
Highmark
Amerigroup
United Healthcare
Medicaid
Humana
Cigna
Sentara Health Plans
WellPoint
United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)
Humana Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan
CIGNA PPO Plus
HealthyBlue PPO
Aetna Premier 200PD
MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
CareFirst NASCO
Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
IH-PPO
Aetna Advantage 6350PD
DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
CareFirst EPO
MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
Medicare Direct
OCI Direct (HMO)
Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
OA Plus
CareFirst Administrators
United Student Resources
IH-Network Only Plus
IH-POS
Aetna Classic 5000
Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
CareFirst Community Health Plan of Maryland
Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
IH-POS Plus
Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
Health Services for Children with Special Needs
Choice POS II
CareFirst Blue Card Program
Choice Fund PPO
IH-EPO Plus
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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1883 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Anvita Parhar, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Alexandria, VA. 

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Overall Rating: 2.0 2022-03-15
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The provider was very nice, but it was discouraging that she took a wait and see approach about my concerns instead of referring me to a specialist or recommending that I get screened or tested to determine the root cause of my concern. I would rather have a provider who puts more effort in making a diagnosis.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-08
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Open discussion in a comprehensive and caring way. Covered the different options and possible new things to try. The doctor had reviewed my file prior to my appointment and was current on my recent visit to the Walk-In center for a sinus issue.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-09
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I have been seeing Dr. Parhar for quite a few years now. I find her to be very thorough, and a good listener. I appreciate her kindness and empathy. I would recommend her to anyone!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-03-17
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Dr Parhar is an excellent, caring, and kind physician. She always takes time with me, listening and asking questions. I value her genuine concern for my well being. She's the best!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-11-22
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Excellent interaction resulting in a better understanding as to why my treatment plan needed to be as profiled and recommended by Dr Parhar
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-05
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Doctor Parhar reviewed my health history in detall, asked, many questions and showed empathy. I was very impressed.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-10-21
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Dr. Parhar is a very good, patient and caring doctor. I have had a wonderful experience with her.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-06-15
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I have been very pleased with Dr. Pahar. She takes the time to listen and make recommendations.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-04
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Definitely would recommend, great to find a doctor that seems to care it's very comforting.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-05-18
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I've already recommended my primary care physician to my wife. She is now a patient there.

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General Payments

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GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. $11 TANZEUM
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Food and Beverage $11

Biography

Dr. Anvita Parhar (or staff) speaks the following languages: Hindi and Punjabi. These areas are among Dr. Parhar's clinical interests: alcohol abuse, depression, and bronchiectasis. She is affiliated with MedStar Health. She is a graduate of Bangalore University and Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and a graduate of Union Memorial Hospital's residency program. The average patient rating for Dr. Parhar is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She appears to be an in-network provider for Anthem, Blue California, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Parhar is accepting new patients at her office in Alexandria, VA.

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