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Dr. Zhang vs Dr. Martirosyan

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: 1104358415

Dr. Christine Zhang, M.D.

Sleep Medicine · Washington, DC

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.67xModerate Markup
Annual Visits371Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~41 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: 1225300379

Dr. Zara Martirosyan, MD

Sleep Medicine · Washington, DC

Consultation Time26 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.21xModerate Markup
Annual Visits168Total 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Zhang averages 15 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Martirosyan. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Zhang offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Zhang has a lower billing markup (2.67x vs. 3.21x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Zhang.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Zhang ChargeDr. Martirosyan ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$149
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$107
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$87
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$190
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$133
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$130
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$141
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$129