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Dr. Jackson vs Dr. Badr

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: 1023003605

Dr. Robert Jackson, M.D.

Neurosurgery ยท Laguna Hills, CA

Consultation Time54 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.4xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,076Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~54 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: 1275724320

Dr. Yaser Badr, M.D.

Neurosurgery ยท Glendale, CA

Consultation Time52 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.72xModerate Markup
Annual Visits5,168Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~52 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. Jackson averages 2 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Badr. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Jackson offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Jackson has a lower billing markup (2.4x vs. 2.72x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Jackson.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Jackson ChargeDr. Badr ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$194
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$238
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$383
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$216
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$126
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$244
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,631
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$592