Summary

Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Baghdad College of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center. With four decades of medical practice, Dr. Alkhafaji brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in both Arabic and English.

Dr. Alkhafaji is affiliated with UPMC Bedford and practices at locations in Altoona, Pennsylvania. He focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing lower GI endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 40 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji has 2 locations

Us Digestive Health

810 Valley View BlvdAltoona, PA 16602
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Altoona

620 Howard AveAltoona, PA 16601

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Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji, MDChimdi Mfebe, APRNAshley Anderson, APRNJi Soo Choi, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.4 
40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Altoona , PALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Baghdad University Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AlwaysCare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • ArchCare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Intergroup Services
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Priority Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Suny Health Science Center

Medical School

Baghdad University
University Of Baghdad College Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji's office located?
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji's office is located at 810 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA, 16602.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji?
You can find contact information for Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji accepting new patients?
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji affiliated with?
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji is affiliated with Upmc Bedford.

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