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Dr. Guzman Lugo vs Dr. Vila

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: 1043209414

Dr. Francisco Guzman Lugo

Cardiology ยท Sabana Grande, PR

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level1.03xFair / Standard
Annual Visits122Total 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

1.0x 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: 1932196151

Dr. Juan Vila, MD

Cardiology ยท Carolina, PR

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.05xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,525Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~29 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

1.1x 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. Guzman Lugo averages 13 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Vila. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Guzman Lugo offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Guzman Lugo has a lower billing markup (1.03x vs. 1.05x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Guzman Lugo.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Guzman Lugo ChargeDr. Vila ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$81
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$109
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$171