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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.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Ma speak?
Dr. Ma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ma typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kaposi Sarcoma
- KS
- Kaposi's Cancer
- Kaposi's Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C469: Kaposi's sarcoma, unspecified
Does Dr. Ma accept my insurance?
Dr. Ma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ma's office located?
Cutaneous Oncology and Melanoma Program
1305 York Ave., 12th Floor
New York, NY 10065
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.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology 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 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 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 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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