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Dr. Caroline Laggis, MD

Dermatologist

Grand Junction, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laggis, Dermatologist in Grand Junction, CO?

    Patients dealing with radiation skin damage benefit from an approach centered on skin lesion removal and targeted intervention. Dr. Caroline Mayfield Laggis, MD, a Dermatologist in Grand Junction, CO, has built a practice around addressing complex skin concerns, including sun damage and various skin conditions. Her expertise extends to treating patients across multiple locations, including her primary practice in Grand Junction and a secondary location in Moab, UT. With a clinical focus on managing conditions such as radiation skin damage, sun damage skin conditions, and benign skin growths, Dr. Laggis employs a range of procedures to restore skin health. These include skin lesion removal, skin biopsies, wound repair, and skin surgery, all aimed at providing comprehensive care to her patients. By addressing the root causes of skin damage and utilizing targeted treatments, Dr. Laggis helps her patients achieve healthier skin and reduces the risk of further complications. Dr. Laggis is affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the region, including Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital and Community Hospital - Grand Junction, CO. She accepts a wide range of insurance carriers, making her care accessible to a broad patient base. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Laggis, as she is accepting new patients. Appointments are available at her Grand Junction location, and patients can contact her office directly to arrange a consultation.

    What languages does Dr. Laggis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Laggis typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Laggis 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. Laggis. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Laggis typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Laggis 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. Laggis. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 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
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
    • Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
    • Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Goeckerman Treatment
    • Photochemotherapy
    • Tar and UV-B Therapy
    • Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
    • Light Therapy for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B

    Does Dr. Laggis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laggis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (242) 727-3970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Laggis accept in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. Laggis in Grand Junction, CO 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Laggis' office located?

    Dr. Caroline Laggis' Primary Practice

    2655 Little Bookcliff Dr

    Grand Junction, CO 81501

    (242) 727-3970

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    Dr. Caroline Laggis' Practice 2

    450 Williams Way

    Moab, UT 84532

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

    Dr. Laggis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295197853.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laggis?

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

    What is Dr. Caroline Laggis's specialty?

    Dr. Laggis is a Dermatologist near Grand Junction, CO.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Caroline Laggis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laggis is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co, Aspen Valley Hospital 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 Dr. Caroline Laggis accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Laggis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caroline Laggis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Laggis' office at (242) 727-3970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Laggis?

    Please contact Dr. Laggis' office at (242) 727-3970 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Laggis' office located?

    Dr. Laggis' offices are located in Grand Junction, CO and Moab, UT.