Alvaro Laga Canales, M.D.,M.M.SC.
NPI 1447477369 · Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alvaro Laga Canales, M.D.,M.M.SC. is a Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1447477369).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447477369
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatopathology (Pathology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.,M.M.SC.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 234606 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,095 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,489 | $38 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 123 | $29 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 100 | $27 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 80 | $36 |
| Antibody Evaluation, Each Additional Single Antibody Stain Procedure88350 | 71 | $29 |
| Surgical Pathology Consultation and Report on Referred Slides Prepared Elsewhere88321 | 70 | $86 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-20
- Last updated
- 2014-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alvaro Laga Canales's NPI number?
- Alvaro Laga Canales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447477369, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alvaro Laga Canales's specialty?
- Alvaro Laga Canales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alvaro Laga Canales located?
- Alvaro Laga Canales's practice location on file with NPPES is 75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115-6110.
- What is Alvaro Laga Canales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alvaro Laga Canales is (617) 525-7484.
- Does Alvaro Laga Canales accept Medicare?
- Alvaro Laga Canales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alvaro Laga Canales's NPI active?
- Yes — Alvaro Laga Canales's NPI (1447477369) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.