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Dr. George Ma, MD

Dr. George Ma, MD

Los Angeles, CA

52 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ma, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. George Ma, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Ma completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ma is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ma’s office at (213) 621-2998.

    Where did Dr. Ma go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Ma board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. George Ma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ma speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ma treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Ma 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. Ma. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain
    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Ma perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Ma may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ma's office.

    Does Dr. Ma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 621-2998 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ma accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ma in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Auxiant

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Heritage Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Ma's office located?

    Dr. George Ma's Primary Practice

    711 W College St Ste 210

    Los Angeles, CA 90012

    (213) 621-2998

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

    Dr. Ma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528178332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ma?

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

    What is Dr. George Ma's specialty?

    Dr. Ma is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Ma to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Ma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ma is affiliated with PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 George Ma accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. George Ma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Ma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (213) 621-2998 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Ma?

    Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (213) 621-2998 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Ma have?

    Dr. George Ma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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