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Dr. Laura Pelaez, MD

Rochester, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pelaez, Family Medicine Specialist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Laura Pelaez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pelaez completed her residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Medicine. Dr. Pelaez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelaez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelaez’s office at (507) 288-3443.

    Where did Dr. Pelaez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University Del Salvador, Fac De Med, Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Is Dr. Pelaez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Pelaez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pelaez speak?

    Dr. Pelaez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pelaez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pelaez 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. Pelaez. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pelaez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pelaez 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. Pelaez. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
    • 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
    • Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
    • Ingrown Toenail Surgery
    • Partial Nail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Does Dr. Pelaez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pelaez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 288-3443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pelaez accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Pelaez in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • HealthEZ

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pelaez's office located?

    Dr. Laura Pelaez's Primary Practice

    210 9th St SE

    Rochester, MN 55904

    (507) 288-3443

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    Dr. Laura Pelaez's Practice 2

    132 17th Ave NW

    Rochester, MN 55901

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    Dr. Laura Pelaez's Practice 3

    507 W Doughty St

    Lake City, MN 55041

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    What is Dr. Pelaez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pelaez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134213606.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelaez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pelaez

    What is Dr. Laura Pelaez's specialty?

    Dr. Pelaez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rochester, MN.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Laura Pelaez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pelaez is affiliated with Olmsted Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Laura Pelaez accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Pelaez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Pelaez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pelaez's office at (507) 288-3443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Pelaez?

    Please contact Dr. Pelaez's office at (507) 288-3443 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Pelaez have?

    Dr. Laura Pelaez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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