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Dr. Gent vs Dr. Hovancsek

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: 1205818069

Dr. David Gent, D.P.M.

Podiatry · Bremerton, WA

Consultation Time26 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.07xFair / Standard
Annual Visits2,564Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.1x 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1508868167

Dr. Robert Hovancsek, DPM

Podiatry · Aberdeen, WA

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.1xFair / Standard
Annual Visits7,253Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~27 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.1x 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Hovancsek averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Gent. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Hovancsek offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Gent has a lower billing markup (2.07x vs. 2.1x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Gent.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Gent ChargeDr. Hovancsek ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$36
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$113
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$128
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$43
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$45
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$231