Vijay Muraliraj
Expertise in
8
conditions
Expertise in
8
conditions

Overview

"Dr. Muraliraj is a fellowship-trained and board-certified colon and rectal surgeon who specializes in all areas of colon and rectal surgery, including robotic surgery for cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis as well as anal disease, including hemorrhoids and fistula disease. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, spending time with family, trying new restaurants and going to the movies. Read Dr. Muraliraj's article, ""The diverticulitis diet: Best foods to eat during a flare-up.""".

Dr. Muraliraj is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.

Graduate Institution

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas - 2007

Residency

General Surgery, UT Southwestern Medical Center - 2012

Specialties

Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in CA

Board Certifications

Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery
General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Colorectal Surgery, LAC-USC Medical Center - 2013

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • 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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • 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

Baylor Scott & White Texas Surgical Specialists - Waxahachie
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Other Locations
Baylor Scott & White Colon and Rectal - Waxahachie
Waxahachie, TX 75165
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vijay Muraliraj

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vijay Muraliraj?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Vijay Muraliraj by calling their office at 469-800-9830. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Vijay Muraliraj a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vijay Muraliraj is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, 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. Vijay Muraliraj specialize in?

While Dr. Vijay Muraliraj is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.

Does Dr. Vijay Muraliraj accept my insurance?

Dr. Vijay Muraliraj accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-9830 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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