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Dr. Cavell vs Dr. Ellis

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: 1215194758

Dr. Lianne Cavell, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Delray Beach, FL

Consultation Time34 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.17xModerate Markup
Annual Visits22,328Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~34 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: 1396914800

Dr. Elliot Ellis, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท West Palm Beach, FL

Consultation Time33 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.19xModerate Markup
Annual Visits32,656Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

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

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Cavell has a lower billing markup (3.17x vs. 3.19x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Cavell.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Cavell ChargeDr. Ellis ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$22
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$131
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$93
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$87
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$265
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$120
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$173
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$66