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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ma, Thoracic Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Michael Ma, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ma is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ma’s office at (650) 723-4000.
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 a Thoracic Surgeon, 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:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Other Congenital Heart Defects
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Pulmonary Artery Malformation
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- DORV
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Other Birth Defects of the Heart
- Unspecified Heart Malformation at Birth
- Various Heart Anomalies
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- Abnormal Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Artery Anomaly
- Lung Artery Defect
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q248: Other specified congenital malformations of heart
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q2579: Other congenital malformations of pulmonary artery
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Planned Wound Closure After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Delayed wound closure
- Secondary wound closure
- Post-op wound repair
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z481: Encounter for planned postprocedural wound closure
Also known as:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ma perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
- Complete Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia
- PDA Ligation
- Close PDA
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery
- TOF Repair with Pulmonary Atresia
- Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
- Ventricular Septal Defect Closure with Conduit
CPT Codes:
- 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation
- 33697: Complete Repair Tetralogy Of Fallot With Pulmonary Atresia Including Construction Of Conduit From Right Ventricle To Pulmonary Artery And Closure Of Ventricular Septal Defect
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction
- Patch Angioplasty Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Artery Graft Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33917: Repair of pulmonary artery stenosis by reconstruction with patch or graft
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Repair in Children
- PDA Ligation
- Ductus Arteriosus Division
- Congenital Heart Defect Repair Child
CPT Codes:
- 33822: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Division, Younger Than 18 Years
Also known as:
- Repair of Holes in the Heart
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- ASD/VSD Repair
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33647: Repair of atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect, with direct or patch closure
Also known as:
- Repair of Lung Artery Problems with Heart-Lung Machine
- Pulmonary Artery Unifocalization
- Lung Artery Reconstruction
- Heart-Lung Bypass for Artery Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33926: Repair of pulmonary artery arborization anomalies by unifocalization; with cardiopulmonary bypass
Also known as:
- Aorta Narrowing Repair
- Coarctation of Aorta Excision
- Aortic Coarctation Repair
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33840: Excision Of Coarctation Of Aorta, With Or Without Associated Patent Ductus Arteriosus; With Direct Anastomosis
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Ma accept my insurance?
Dr. Ma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ma accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Ma in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Bon Ton Department Stores
California Water Service Group
Central California Alliance for Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ma's office located?
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 1134445158.
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. Michael Ma's specialty?
Dr. Ma is a Thoracic Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Ma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Ma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ma is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
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Is Michael Ma accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Ma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Ma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Ma?
Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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