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Dr. Cardon vs Dr. Chase

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: 1144684747

Dr. Brandon Cardon, MD

Otolaryngology ยท Salt Lake City, UT

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.7xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,017Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1831108042

Dr. Steven Chase, MD

Otolaryngology ยท Saint George, UT

Consultation Time31 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.3xFair / Standard
Annual Visits3,011Total 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.

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. Cardon averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Chase. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Cardon offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Chase has a lower billing markup (2.3x vs. 2.7x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Chase.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Cardon ChargeDr. Chase ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$84
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$43
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$156
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$105
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$119
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$113
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$172