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Dr. Conoyer vs Dr. Vandelden

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: 1184817629

Dr. Benjamin Conoyer, M.D.

Otolaryngology ยท Saint Peters, MO

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.71xFair / Standard
Annual Visits2,531Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.7x 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: 1225027907

Dr. Mahlon Vandelden, M.D.

Otolaryngology ยท Columbia, MO

Consultation Time33 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.94xFair / Standard
Annual Visits7,064Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~33 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

1.9x 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. Vandelden averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Conoyer. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Vandelden offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Conoyer has a lower billing markup (1.71x vs. 1.94x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Conoyer.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Conoyer ChargeDr. Vandelden ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$12
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$11
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$88
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$46
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$110
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$126
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$161
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$131