ALVARO CHRISTIAN LAGA CANALES M.D.,M.M.SC.
NPI 1447477369
Pathology - Dermatopathology in Boston, MA

Active since April 20, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75 FRANCIS ST, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, AMORY-3, BOSTON, MA 02115(617) 525-7484 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 7, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Alvaro Christian Laga Canales M.d.,m.m.sc. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

ALVARO CHRISTIAN LAGA CANALES M.D.,M.M.SC. (NPI 1447477369) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (234606) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447477369
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZD0900X
Provider Legal NameALVARO CHRISTIAN LAGA CANALESCredential: M.D.,M.M.SC.
Location Address75 FRANCIS ST, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, AMORY-3Boston, MA 02115-6110
Mailing Address75 Francis St, Department Of Pathology, Amory-3Boston, MA 02115-6110 · (617) 525-7484
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 7, 2014
NPI 1447477369 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZD0900X
License Licensed in MA · 234606
Definition

A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.

75 FRANCIS ST, Boston, MA 02115

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Alvaro C Laga M.d.

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Alvaro Christian Laga Canales M.d.,m.m.sc. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8921283763
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110421000229
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
1,489 services1,061 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
123 services33 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
100 services46 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
80 services54 patients
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
71 services17 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
70 services66 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220075
Location243 Charles StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220110
Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220119
Location1153 Centre StreetBoston, MA 02130 · Suffolk County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02115 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Neurological Surgery
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
75 FRANCIS ST, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
BOSTON, MA 02115
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
75 FRANCIS ST, BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
BOSTON, MA 02115
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115
Emergency Medicine
75 FRANCIS ST, BWH DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
BOSTON, MA 02115
Physician Assistant
75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Alvaro Laga Canales's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alvaro Laga Canales is 1447477369. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2007. The provider is also known as Alvaro C Laga M.D..

Where is Alvaro Laga Canales located?

Alvaro Laga Canales practices at 75 Francis St Department Of Pathology, Amory-3, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (617) 525-7484.

What is Alvaro Laga Canales's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ZD0900X.

Is Alvaro Laga Canales enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alvaro Laga Canales is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Alvaro Laga Canales affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alvaro Laga Canales is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary -, Brigham And Women's Hospital and Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alvaro Laga Canales was last updated on August 7, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.