32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bucalo, Specialist in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Brian Bucalo, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Bucalo graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Miami. Dr. Bucalo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bucalo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bucalo’s office at (954) 436-5625.
Where did Dr. Bucalo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Miami | Jackson Memorial Medical Center | University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Holy Cross Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bucalo board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Bucalo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Bucalo speak?
Dr. Bucalo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Bucalo typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Bucalo 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. Bucalo. 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:
- 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Past skin cancer
- Previous cutaneous malignancy
- History of skin tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin
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:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Bucalo typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Bucalo 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. Bucalo. 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:
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
- Mohs Surgery (Additional Stage)
- Mohs Surgery
- Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Excision
- Precision Skin Cancer Removal
- Mohs surgery body
- Skin cancer removal trunk
- Micrographic surgery arms
- Precise skin cancer surgery legs
- Mohs micrographic surgery
- Skin cancer removal with mapping
- Staged skin cancer surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
- 17314: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Mohs Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Precise Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Does Dr. Bucalo accept my insurance?
Dr. Bucalo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 436-5625 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bucalo accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Bucalo in Pembroke Pines, FL 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bucalo's office located?
Dr. Brian Bucalo's Primary Practice
10001 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
(954) 436-5625
What is Dr. Bucalo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bucalo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477646172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bucalo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bucalo
What is Dr. Brian Bucalo's specialty?
Dr. Bucalo is a Specialist near Pembroke Pines, FL.
Is this Dr. Brian Bucalo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bucalo is affiliated with Memorial Hospital West 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 Brian Bucalo accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Yes, Dr. Brian Bucalo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Bucalo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bucalo's office at (954) 436-5625 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Bucalo?
Please contact Dr. Bucalo's office at (954) 436-5625 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Bucalo have?
Dr. Brian Bucalo is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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