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Dr. Gaskill vs Dr. Boomgaard

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: 1174620181

Dr. Jill Gaskill, M.D.

Family Practice ยท Anchorage, AK

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.44xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,516Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1427047034

Dr. Kenneth Boomgaard, M.D.

Family Practice ยท Elmendorf Afb, AK

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits4,340Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~30 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. Gaskill averages 7 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Boomgaard. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Gaskill offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Boomgaard has a lower billing markup (3.16x vs. 3.44x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Boomgaard.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Gaskill ChargeDr. Boomgaard ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$156
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$13
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$16
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$219