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Dr. Christopher Ma, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ma, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Christopher Ma, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ma’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ma’s office at (617) 358-3400.

    What languages does Dr. Ma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ma typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ma typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ma 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Tendon Release for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
    • Percutaneous Tenotomy Elbow
    • Tennis Elbow Surgery
    • Golfer's Elbow Surgery
    • Elbow Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 24357: Tenotomy, elbow, lateral or medial (eg, epicondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow); percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Release with Local Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Achilles Tendon Cut
    • Minimally Invasive Achilles Tenotomy
    • Heel Cord Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27605: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); local anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Knee Strapping
    • Knee Taping
    • Knee Support Application
    • Therapeutic Knee Strapping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29530: Strapping; knee

    Does Dr. Ma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 358-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ma accept in Boston, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BMC Health System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ma's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ma's Primary Practice

    915 Commonwealth Ave Rear

    Boston, MA 02215

    (617) 358-3400

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    Dr. Christopher Ma's Practice 2

    10 Gove St

    East Boston, MA 02128

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Ma?

    Dr. Ma has appointments available at his Boston, MA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    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 1962814921.

    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. Christopher Ma's specialty?

    Dr. Ma is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ma is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Brigham And Women's Faulkner 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

    When to see a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist. 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 Christopher Ma accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Christopher Ma offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ma, or call (617) 358-3400 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ma?

    Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (617) 358-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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