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Dr. Simon vs Dr. Blanco-Cuevas

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: 1003872193

Dr. Irwin Simon, M.D.

General Surgery ยท Henderson, NV

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.94xModerate Markup
Annual Visits406Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~29 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1023085982

Dr. Neri Blanco-Cuevas, MD

General Surgery ยท Las Vegas, NV

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.46xFair / Standard
Annual Visits2,155Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~35 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

1.5x 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. Blanco-Cuevas averages 6 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Simon. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Blanco-Cuevas offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Blanco-Cuevas has a lower billing markup (1.46x vs. 2.94x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Blanco-Cuevas.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Simon ChargeDr. Blanco-Cuevas ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$122
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$192
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$114
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$57
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,107
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,450
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$175