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Dr. Magarya Waitara, MD

Surgeon

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waitara, Surgeon in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Magarya Waitara, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Waitara is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waitara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waitara’s office at (701) 456-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Waitara speak?

    Dr. Waitara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Swahili

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Waitara typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Waitara diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Waitara. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Waitara typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Waitara performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Waitara. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Does Dr. Waitara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waitara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 456-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waitara accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Waitara in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waitara's office located?

    Dr. Magarya Waitara's Primary Practice

    7575 San Felipe St Ste 155

    Houston, TX 77063

    (701) 456-6000

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    Dr. Magarya Waitara's Practice 2

    16605 Southwest Fwy

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Magarya Waitara's Practice 3

    4401 Garth Rd

    Baytown, TX 77521

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    What is Dr. Waitara's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Waitara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548688203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waitara?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waitara

    What is Dr. Magarya Waitara's specialty?

    Dr. Waitara is a Surgeon near Houston, TX.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Magarya Waitara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waitara is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Medical City Arlington Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Magarya Waitara accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Magarya Waitara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Magarya Waitara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waitara's office at (701) 456-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Magarya Waitara?

    Please contact Dr. Waitara's office at (701) 456-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waitara's office located?

    Dr. Waitara's offices are located in Houston, TX, Sugar Land, TX, and Baytown, TX.