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Dr. Maria Tama, MD

Dr. Maria Tama, MD

Staten Island, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tama, Pediatrician in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Maria Tama, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tama graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Staten Island University Hospital. Dr. Tama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tama’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tama’s office at (718) 918-5875.

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

    • Residency: Staten Island University Hospital

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tama speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tama 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. Tama. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Tama may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tama accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 918-5875 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tama accept in Staten Island, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Amida Care

    • Centene Corporation

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Tama's office located?

    Dr. Maria Tama's Primary Practice

    475 Seaview Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

    (718) 918-5875

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    Dr. Maria Tama's Practice 2

    350 Community Dr

    Manhasset, NY 11030

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

    Dr. Tama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740624865.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tama?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Tama's specialty?

    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. Maria Tama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tama is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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. Maria Tama accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Tama is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Tama offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tama's office at (718) 918-5875 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Tama?

    Please contact Dr. Tama's office at (718) 918-5875 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tama's office located?

    Dr. Tama's offices are located in Staten Island, NY and Manhasset, NY.