Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laga Canales, Dermatopathologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Laga Canales graduated from Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Chiapas Escuela de Medicina Campus Tuxtla-GutiÈrrez. Dr. Laga Canales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laga Canales’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laga Canales’s office at (617) 525-7484.
Where did Dr. Laga Canales go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Chiapas Escuela de Medicina Campus Tuxtla-GutiÈrrez
Is Dr. Laga Canales board certified in Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Laga Canales speak?
Dr. Laga Canales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Laga Canales treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Laga Canales 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. Laga Canales. 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:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Which procedures does Dr. Laga Canales perform as a Dermatopathologist?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Laga Canales' office.
Does Dr. Laga Canales accept my insurance?
Dr. Laga Canales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 525-7484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laga Canales accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Laga Canales in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Laga Canales' office located?
What is Dr. Laga Canales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laga Canales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447477369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laga Canales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laga Canales
What is Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales's specialty?
Dr. Laga Canales is a Dermatopathologist near Boston, MA. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Laga Canales to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laga Canales is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital 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
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Is Alvaro Laga Canales accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laga Canales's office at (617) 525-7484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Laga Canales?
Please contact Dr. Laga Canales's office at (617) 525-7484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales have?
Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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