Dr. Laura Collins, MD
Boston, MA
29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Collins, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Laura Collins, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Collins graduated from Charing Cross & Westminster Medical Schools and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Cytopathology; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (617) 667-4344.
Where did Dr. Collins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Cytopathology; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Charing Cross & Westminter Medical School, Imperial College, University of London | Charing Cross & Westminster Medical Schools
Is Dr. Collins board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Collins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Collins speak?
Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Collins typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Breast Disease
- Cystic breasts
- Fibrocystic disease
- Lumpy breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6012: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of left breast
Also known as:
- Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Fibrocystic right breast
- Diffuse breast cysts right side
- Right breast cystic disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast microcalcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Small calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Collins typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Collins 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
Please contact Dr. Collins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-4344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Collins in Boston, MA 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
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Collins' office located?
What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629036082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins
What is Dr. Laura Collins's specialty?
Dr. Collins is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Boston, MA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Laura Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Laura Collins accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Collins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Collins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (617) 667-4344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Collins?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (617) 667-4344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Collins have?
Dr. Laura Collins is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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