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Dr. Laini Gaar, MD

Port Charlotte, FL

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    Who is Dr. Gaar, Dermatologist in Port Charlotte, FL?

    Dr. Laini Gaar, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Port Charlotte, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gaar graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Gaar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaar’s office at (941) 613-2400.

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

    • Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gaar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gaar treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Gaar 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. Gaar. 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:

    • 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:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D224: Melanocytic nevi of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    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:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Seborrheic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    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

    Also known as:

    • Severe Itching
    • Prurigo Nodularis
    • Itching
    • Eczema
    • Chronic pruritus
    • Generalized itching
    • Persistent itch
    • Chronic Itchy Bumps
    • Nodular Prurigo
    • Hyperpigmented Nodules

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L298: Other pruritus
    • L281: Prurigo nodularis

    Also known as:

    • Hair Follicle Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Follicular Skin Issues
    • Hair Follicle Problems
    • Skin Follicle Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L738: Other specified follicular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Mole on Face
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Facial nevus
    • Birthmark on face
    • Facial spot
    • Beauty mark

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Does Dr. Gaar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 613-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaar accept in Port Charlotte, FL?

    Dr. Gaar in Port Charlotte, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareGuard

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Gaar's office located?

    Dr. Laini Gaar's Primary Practice

    1617 Tamiami Trl

    Port Charlotte, FL 33948

    (941) 613-2400

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    Dr. Laini Gaar's Practice 2

    1111 Tamiami Trl

    Punta Gorda, FL 33950

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laini Gaar?

    Dr. Gaar has appointments available at her Port Charlotte, FL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Laini Gaar an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Gaar has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Gaar, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Gaar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700029337.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaar?

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

    What is Dr. Laini Gaar's specialty?

    Dr. Gaar is a Dermatologist near Port Charlotte, FL. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Gaar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laini Gaar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gaar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with 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 Laini Gaar accepting new patients in Port Charlotte, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Laini Gaar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laini Gaar offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gaar, or call (941) 613-2400 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Laini Gaar?

    Please contact Dr. Gaar's office at (941) 613-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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