Summary

Dr. Ravikumar Alagar specializes in pulmonology and critical care medicine, bringing 37 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his career in respiratory and critical care. Dr. Alagar speaks English and has built his expertise in treating complex lung conditions and providing intensive care for critically ill patients.

Dr. Alagar practices at multiple locations throughout the Pittsburgh area, including UPMC Mercy, Heritage Valley Kennedy, and PAM Health Specialty Hospital. He focuses on treating breathing problems and hypertension, helping patients manage these conditions with specialized care. His practice includes performing therapeutic hypothermia procedures, sleep studies, and at-home sleep studies to diagnose and treat various respiratory disorders. Patients consistently rate Dr. Alagar highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his compassionate and thorough approach to pulmonary and critical care medicine.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Ravikumar Alagar has 3 locations

Upmc Mercy

1400 Locust StPittsburgh, PA 15219

Heritage Valley Kennedy

25 Heckel RdMc Kees Rocks, PA 15136

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Dr. Ravikumar Alagar, MDDr. Raghavan Murugan, MDDr. Alan John Rosenbloom, MDDr. Richard Andrew Orr, MD
PulmonologyAnesthesiologyCritical Care MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
37 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Pittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PA
Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Stanley Medical College Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ravikumar Alagar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • PA Health and Wellness
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ravikumar Alagar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ravikumar Alagar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Ravikumar Alagar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Alagar's NPI number is 1912961392.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ravikumar Alagar accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Ravikumar Alagar's office located?
Dr. Ravikumar Alagar's office is located at 1400 Locust St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219.
What languages does Dr. Ravikumar Alagar speak?
Dr. Ravikumar Alagar speaks English.
Is Dr. Ravikumar Alagar accepting new patients?
Dr. Ravikumar Alagar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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