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Dr. Luhan vs Dr. Lifschutz

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: 1093985731

Dr. Anne Luhan, M.D., F.A.C.S.

General Surgery · Mission Viejo, CA

Consultation Time26 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.7xFair / Standard
Annual Visits4,934Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~26 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.7x 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: 1013014752

Dr. Harry Lifschutz, M.D.

General Surgery · Indio, CA

Consultation Time25 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.52xModerate Markup
Annual Visits19,288Total 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. Luhan averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Lifschutz. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Luhan offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Luhan has a lower billing markup (1.7x vs. 2.52x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Luhan.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Luhan ChargeDr. Lifschutz ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$103
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$98
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$65
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$225
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$138
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$219
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$113
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,543