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Dr. Bal vs Dr. Chokshi

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: 1144273533

Dr. Daljit Bal, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Peoria, AZ

Consultation Time45 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.07xFair / Standard
Annual Visits678Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~45 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

2.1x 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: 1144243510

Dr. Parag Chokshi, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Sun City, AZ

Consultation Time31 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.06xModerate Markup
Annual Visits10,339Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~31 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. Bal averages 14 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Chokshi. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Bal offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Bal has a lower billing markup (2.07x vs. 3.06x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Bal.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Bal ChargeDr. Chokshi ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$372
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$449
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$164
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$213
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$176
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$124
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$110
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$289