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Dr. Patterson vs Dr. Cash

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: 1023374626

Dr. Paige Patterson, M.D.

Hospice and Palliative Care ยท Salt Lake City, UT

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.4xFair / Standard
Annual Visits139Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~42 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: 1063593382

Dr. Jason Cash, MD

Hospice and Palliative Care ยท St George, UT

Consultation Time49 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level1.75xFair / Standard
Annual Visits220Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.8x 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. Cash averages 7 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Patterson. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Cash offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Cash has a lower billing markup (1.75x vs. 2.4x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Cash.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Patterson ChargeDr. Cash ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$94
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$140
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$176