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Dr. Pyle vs Dr. Roshan

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: 1013115989

Dr. Ashley Pyle, M.D.

Nephrology ยท Thornton, CO

Consultation Time49 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.52xModerate Markup
Annual Visits905Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~49 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: 1043280407

Dr. Bijan Roshan, MD

Nephrology ยท Denver, CO

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.4xModerate Markup
Annual Visits4,345Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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. Pyle averages 12 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Roshan. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Pyle offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Pyle has a lower billing markup (2.52x vs. 3.4x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Pyle.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Pyle ChargeDr. Roshan ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$348
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$79
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$115
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$172
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$292
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$71