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Dr. Catherine Murak, MD

Pediatrician

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murak, Pediatrician in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Catherine Murak, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Murak is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murak’s office at (716) 323-0034.

    What languages does Dr. Murak speak?

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

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Murak typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Murak 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. Murak. 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:

    • Preventive Immune Treatment for RSV
    • RSV prophylactic immunotherapy
    • RSV immune prevention
    • Preventive RSV treatment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2911: Encounter for prophylactic immunotherapy for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Murak typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Murak may include:

    Please contact Dr. Murak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Murak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 323-0034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murak accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Murak in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Murak's office located?

    Dr. Catherine Murak's Primary Practice

    818 Ellicott St

    Buffalo, NY 14203

    (716) 323-0034

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    Dr. Catherine Murak's Practice 2

    1540 Maple Rd

    Buffalo, NY 14221

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    What hospitals are Dr. Murak affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Murak has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sisters Of Charity Hospital,Buffalo, NY

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

    Dr. Murak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659611804.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murak?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Murak's specialty?

    Dr. Murak is a Pediatrician near Buffalo, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Catherine Murak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murak is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Catherine Murak accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Murak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Murak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murak's office at (716) 323-0034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Murak?

    Please contact Dr. Murak's office at (716) 323-0034 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murak's office located?

    Dr. Murak's office is located in Buffalo, NY.