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Dr. Baragona vs Dr. Sun

Make an informed decision based on verified clinical facts. See which doctor spends more time listening in the exam room and charges fair prices aligned with standard insurance baselines.

Doctor Option ANPI: 1003259086

Dr. Allison Baragona, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท Allentown, PA

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.44xFair / Standard
Annual Visits5,084Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 min face-time

Consistently devotes longer face-to-face evaluations. Ideal for complex medical concerns, multiple symptoms, or patients who value comprehensive discussion without feeling rushed.

How is appointment length calculated?

Visit durations reflect official documentation standards for Evaluation and Management (E/M) office billing codes (CPT 99202 through 99215).

Physicians who bill higher-level comprehensive visits (such as 99214 and 99215) consistently spend 30 to 45 minutes reviewing complex records and discussing care plans, whereas routine refill clinics predominantly bill briefer level 2 and 3 codes.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.4x Markup

This physician's billed charges remain close to standard insurance allowable rates (within 2.5 times baseline). Patients visiting this practice rarely encounter extreme out-of-pocket price inflation.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1023087285

Dr. Elizabeth Sun, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท Lansdale, PA

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.23xFair / Standard
Annual Visits18,131Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~32 min face-time

Consistently devotes longer face-to-face evaluations. Ideal for complex medical concerns, multiple symptoms, or patients who value comprehensive discussion without feeling rushed.

How is appointment length calculated?

Visit durations reflect official documentation standards for Evaluation and Management (E/M) office billing codes (CPT 99202 through 99215).

Physicians who bill higher-level comprehensive visits (such as 99214 and 99215) consistently spend 30 to 45 minutes reviewing complex records and discussing care plans, whereas routine refill clinics predominantly bill briefer level 2 and 3 codes.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.2x Markup

This physician's billed charges remain close to standard insurance allowable rates (within 2.5 times baseline). Patients visiting this practice rarely encounter extreme out-of-pocket price inflation.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Baragona averages 4 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Sun. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Baragona offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Sun has a lower billing markup (2.23x vs. 2.44x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Sun.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Baragona ChargeDr. Sun ChargeStandard Baseline
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$127
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$124
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$241
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$102