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Dr. Powers vs Dr. Panigutti

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: 1134150329

Dr. Michael Powers, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery ยท Norwalk, OH

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.32xModerate Markup
Annual Visits12,199Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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: 1558369330

Dr. Mark Panigutti, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery ยท Middleburg Heights, OH

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.25xFair / Standard
Annual Visits73,118Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~32 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

2.3x 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. Powers averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Panigutti. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Powers offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Panigutti has a lower billing markup (2.25x vs. 3.32x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Panigutti.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Powers ChargeDr. Panigutti ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$123
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$38
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$75
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$161
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$106
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$33