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Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Professional interests include: colon polypectomy, multi-target stool DNA test, Barrett's esophagus, and more.

145 West 23rd Street
Erie, PA 16502

(814) 452-2767

Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD is a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA specializing in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network and ST VINCENT MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC.

Office Locations

Allegheny Health Network

145 West 23rd Street
Erie, PA 16502

(814) 452-2767

(814) 459-2976

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Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

Intestinal ulcers
Polyps
Bowel cancer
An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	90
doctor visit	311
esophageal dilation	11
gastrointestinal procedures	202
hospital care	230
inpatient care	230
minimally invasive procedures	202
preventive care	60
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	90

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	70
doctor visit	364
gastrointestinal procedures	161
hospital care	149
inpatient care	149
minimally invasive procedures	161
preventive care	46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	70

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	238

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	383
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	155
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	69
Less than 65	75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	57
doctor visit	304
gastrointestinal procedures	102
hospital care	70
inpatient care	70
minimally invasive procedures	102
preventive care	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	57

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	123
Female	184

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	293
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	120
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	42
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2014

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	34
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	50
doctor visit	291
gastrointestinal procedures	101
minimally invasive procedures	101
preventive care	34
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	50

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	218
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	450
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	210
From 75 to 84	152
85 and over	54
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2015

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	34
Dementia	6
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	66
doctor visit	300
gastrointestinal procedures	77
minimally invasive procedures	77
preventive care	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	66

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	245
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	129
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	28
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	47
doctor visit	246
gastrointestinal procedures	80
minimally invasive procedures	80
preventive care	33
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	47

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	131

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	230
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	23
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2017

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	271
gastrointestinal procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	19

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	129

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	26
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2018

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	257
gastrointestinal procedures	30
minimally invasive procedures	30
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	136

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	19
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2019

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	22
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	200
gastrointestinal procedures	30
minimally invasive procedures	30
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	101
Female	109

**Age**
From 65 to 74	112
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	16
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	25
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	27
doctor visit	221
gastrointestinal procedures	40
minimally invasive procedures	40
preventive care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	27

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	111

**Age**
From 65 to 74	106
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	16
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2021

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	26
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	197
gastrointestinal procedures	32
minimally invasive procedures	32
preventive care	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	169
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Erie, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

diagnostic procedures	43
doctor visit	269
esophageal dilation	11
gastrointestinal procedures	79
hospital care	149
inpatient care	149
minimally invasive procedures	79
preventive care	26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	43

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	2
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	180
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	74
85 and over	26
Less than 65	30
65 to 74	118

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Cancer	11
Dementia	7

Education & Training

He completed residency at Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allegheny Health Network

ST VINCENT MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$767 Humira $369	Creon $43	Mavyret $16	Moderiba $11	$327
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC	$433 SIMPONI $222	STELARA $110	REMICADE $100
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$131 REMICADE $110	SIMPONI $21
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$95 LINZESS 290 mcg $95
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$94 Da Vinci Surgical System $94
Other	$405 XELJANZ $91	TALICIA $65	LINZESS $59	SURGICAL PAIN INCISIONAL PRODUCTS $35	Trulance $27	Other $127

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,905
Education	$19

Biography

Dr. Dinesh Khera works as an adult gastroenterology. His residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Wayne State University. Areas of expertise for Dr. Khera include indigestion, bleeding, and colon polypectomy. Dr. Khera (or staff) is conversant in Hindi. Dr. Khera is professionally affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.

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2019 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2019

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2020

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dinesh C. Khera, MD in 2022

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

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