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Dr. Kumar vs Dr. Steinhoff

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: 1033198395

Dr. Manish Kumar, M.D.

Dermatology · Bettendorf, IA

Consultation Time28 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.68xModerate Markup
Annual Visits22,341Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~28 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: 1588067375

Dr. Natalie Steinhoff, DO

Dermatology · Clive, IA

Consultation Time25 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.52xModerate Markup
Annual Visits11,244Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~25 min face-time

Maintains a steady clinical rhythm balancing focused physical examination with patient discussion.

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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Kumar averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Steinhoff. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Kumar offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Steinhoff has a lower billing markup (2.52x vs. 2.68x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Steinhoff.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Kumar ChargeDr. Steinhoff ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$104
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$84
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$32
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$155
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$119
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$54
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$104