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Dr. Ahluwalia vs Dr. Trivedi

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: 1104807882

Dr. Sanjay Ahluwalia, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท Chandler, AZ

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.84xModerate Markup
Annual Visits562Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1003078973

Dr. Chirag Trivedi, D.O.

Gastroenterology ยท Sun City, AZ

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.31xModerate Markup
Annual Visits16,148Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~35 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. Ahluwalia averages 7 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Trivedi. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Ahluwalia offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Ahluwalia has a lower billing markup (2.84x vs. 3.31x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Ahluwalia.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Ahluwalia ChargeDr. Trivedi ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$124
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$46
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$162
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$94
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$60
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$97
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$243
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$173