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Dr. Elder vs Dr. Reddy

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: 1073856738

Dr. Simran Jyot Elder, M.D.

Hematology-Oncology ยท Merriam, KS

Consultation Time43 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.34xModerate Markup
Annual Visits931Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~43 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: 1932161155

Dr. Pavan Reddy, M.D.

Hematology-Oncology ยท Wichita, KS

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.88xModerate Markup
Annual Visits394,869Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~30 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. Elder averages 13 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Reddy. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Elder offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Reddy has a lower billing markup (2.88x vs. 3.34x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Reddy.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Elder ChargeDr. Reddy ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$134
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$74
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$169
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$62
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$120
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$46
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$124