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Dr. Michael Ma, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Palo Alto, CA

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 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 a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ma typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Double Outlet Right Ventricle
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Double Inlet Heart Chamber
    • Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect
    • DORV
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q204: Double inlet ventricle
    • Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection

    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

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ma typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Complete Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia
    • Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
    • TOF Repair with Pulmonary Atresia
    • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
    • Ventricular Septal Defect Closure with Conduit
    • PDA Ligation
    • Close PDA
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation

    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:

    • Atrial Septal Defect Repair
    • ASD Repair
    • Secundum ASD Closure
    • Open Heart Surgery for ASD
    • Heart Defect Patch Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch

    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:

    • 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • California Water Service Group

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ma's office located?

    Dr. Michael Ma's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Michael Ma's Practice 2

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    What is Dr. Ma's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Michael Ma?

    Please contact Dr. Ma's office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ma's office located?

    Dr. Ma's office is located in Palo Alto, CA.