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Dr. Bou Alwan vs Dr. Vora

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: 1164736542

Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan, M.D.

Hospitalist ยท Lagrange, GA

Consultation Time54 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,905Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~54 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

2.0x 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: 1396056032

Dr. Gopi Vora, D.O.

Hospitalist ยท Columbus, GA

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.95xModerate Markup
Annual Visits3,800Total 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. Bou Alwan averages 19 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Vora. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Bou Alwan offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Bou Alwan has a lower billing markup (2x vs. 2.95x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Bou Alwan.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Bou Alwan ChargeDr. Vora ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$103
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$72
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$116
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$176
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$109
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$166
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$76
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$129