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Dr. Abu Sitta vs Dr. Suarez Isaacs

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: 1194165977

Dr. Emad Abu Sitta, M.D

Infectious Disease ยท Sioux Falls, SD

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.56xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,095Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 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: 1053793661

Dr. Jose Suarez Isaacs, M.D.

Infectious Disease ยท Sioux Falls, SD

Consultation Time43 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level1.1xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,137Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~43 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

1.1x 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. Suarez Isaacs averages 7 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Abu Sitta. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Suarez Isaacs offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Suarez Isaacs has a lower billing markup (1.1x vs. 2.56x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Suarez Isaacs.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Abu Sitta ChargeDr. Suarez Isaacs ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$76
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$125
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$64
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$95
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$48
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$34
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$169
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$95