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Dr. Barbara Ma, MD

Dr. Barbara Ma, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ma, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Barbara T. Ma, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Physician at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Ma graduated with B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and M.S. in Biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College. She completed her internal medicine training at Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, where she also served as a chief fellow. Dr. Ma cares for patients with skin cancers, including melanoma. Her research focus is optimizing immunotherapy treatments for solid tumor patients with special interest on immunotherapy toxicities. She heads the Phase I unit and leads Cellular Therapy for Solid Tumors at Cornell. Dr. Ma is a recipient of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Conquer Cancer Foundation Young Investigator Award. She is a member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), Golden Humanism Honor Society (GHHS), and Society for Immunotherapy and Translational Research in Cancer.

    What languages does Dr. Ma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ma treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology 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.

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
    • Cutaneous Melanoma
    • Black Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Malignant Lung Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
    • SCC
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Kaposi Sarcoma
    • KS
    • Kaposi's Cancer', 'Kaposi's Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C469: Kaposi's sarcoma, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Merkel Cell Carcinoma
    • Skin Cancer
    • Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
    • MCC
    • Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Skin
    • Aggressive Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4A9: Merkel cell carcinoma, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Liver Cancer
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Thymus Cancer
    • Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Thymoma
    • Thymic Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thymus Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C37: Malignant neoplasm of thymus

    Does Dr. Ma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ma accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Chevron

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ma's office located?

    Cutaneous Oncology and Melanoma Program

    Cutaneous Oncology and Melanoma Program

    1305 York Ave., 12th Floor

    New York, NY 10065

    (917) 300-0553

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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 1245625052.

    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. Barbara Ma's specialty?

    Dr. Ma is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Ma to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ma is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Explore Hematology / Oncology Specialist 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 Barbara Ma accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Barbara Ma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Ma?

    Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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