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Dr. Lawson vs Dr. Fier

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: 1164612206

Dr. Christopher Lawson, M.D.

Interventional Cardiology ยท Rochester, NH

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.35xFair / Standard
Annual Visits3,049Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.4x 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: 1841268224

Dr. Carl Fier, MD

Interventional Cardiology ยท Manchester, NH

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.36xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,587Total 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. Lawson averages 2 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Fier. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Lawson offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Lawson has a lower billing markup (2.35x vs. 3.36x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Lawson.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Lawson ChargeDr. Fier ChargeStandard Baseline
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$126
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$67
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$167
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$11
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$15
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$78