Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales, M.D.,M.M.Sc.
Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Boston, MA
- NPI 1447477369
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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75 Francis St, Department of Pathology, Amory-3
Boston, MA 021156110
(617) 525-7484
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 7, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZD0900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #234606
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447477369. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,007
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$79,339
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 1,438 | 1,051 | $39 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 115 | 31 | $30 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 100 | 54 | $28 | |
88321 |
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere | 88 | 87 | $89 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 62 | 40 | $37 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 57 | 55 | $12 | |
88350 |
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure | 57 | 12 | $30 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 39 | 19 | $87 | |
88302 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope | 37 | 27 | $7 | |
88346 |
Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure | 14 | 12 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Boston Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician, average services per provider: 249. This provider delivers 8.1× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales's medical specialty?
Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales practices Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales practice?
Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales practices at 75 Francis St, Boston, MA 021156110. Office phone: 6175257484.
What is Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales's NPI?
Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447477369, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alvaro Laga Canales commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report (HCPCS 88312). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.