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Dr. Vyas vs Dr. Welch

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: 1154516938

Dr. Vishal Vyas, M.D.

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology · Houma, LA

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.55xModerate Markup
Annual Visits369Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~27 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1417146283

Dr. Patrick Welch, M.D.

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology · Lafayette, LA

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.13xModerate Markup
Annual Visits5,806Total 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Welch averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Vyas. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Welch offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Vyas has a lower billing markup (2.55x vs. 3.13x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Vyas.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Vyas ChargeDr. Welch ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$63
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$35
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$17
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$29
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$93
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$35
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$34
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$76