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Dr. Tauro vs Dr. Habibi Khameneh

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: 1003915778

Dr. John Tauro, DO

Neurology ยท Norwich, CT

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.3xModerate Markup
Annual Visits19,078Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1669447538

Dr. Behzad Habibi Khameneh, M.D.

Neurology ยท Danbury, CT

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.88xModerate Markup
Annual Visits53,267Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~41 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Habibi Khameneh averages 6 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Tauro. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Habibi Khameneh offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Habibi Khameneh has a lower billing markup (2.88x vs. 3.3x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Habibi Khameneh.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Tauro ChargeDr. Habibi Khameneh ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$68
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$96
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$136
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$177
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$167
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$145
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$112