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Dr. Hofler vs Dr. Villanueva

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: 1225370521

Dr. Ryan Hofler, M.D.

Neurosurgery ยท Lexington, KY

Consultation Time44 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.17xModerate Markup
Annual Visits290Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~44 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: 1861483265

Dr. Wayne Villanueva, M.D.

Neurosurgery ยท Louisville, KY

Consultation Time33 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.61xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,147Total 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. Hofler averages 11 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Villanueva. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Hofler offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Villanueva has a lower billing markup (2.61x vs. 3.17x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Villanueva.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Hofler ChargeDr. Villanueva ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$373
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$125
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$94
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$728
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$137
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$221
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$246
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$63