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Dr. Lemack vs Dr. Shirodkar

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: 1033179486

Dr. Gary Lemack, MD

Urology ยท Dallas, TX

Consultation Time33 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.45xModerate Markup
Annual Visits35,541Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~33 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: 1679774459

Dr. Samir Shirodkar, MD

Urology ยท The Woodlands, TX

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.63xModerate Markup
Annual Visits521,226Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~32 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. Lemack averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Shirodkar. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Lemack offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Shirodkar has a lower billing markup (2.63x vs. 3.45x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Shirodkar.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Lemack ChargeDr. Shirodkar ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$3
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$3
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$84
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$382
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$159