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Dr. Englander-Paschalis Ilios vs Dr. Shah

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: 1184853129
Consultation Time26 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits38,003Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~26 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: 1487872412

Dr. Chirag Shah, MD

Ophthalmology · Boston, MA

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.24xModerate Markup
Annual Visits39,895Total 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Shah averages 9 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Englander-Paschalis Ilios. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Shah offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Englander-Paschalis Ilios has a lower billing markup (3.16x vs. 3.24x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Englander-Paschalis Ilios.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Englander-Paschalis Ilios ChargeDr. Shah ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$36
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$42
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$868
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$130
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$131
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$71
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$92
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$93