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Dr. Jamrog vs Dr. Abbott

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: 1225466022

Dr. Jennifer Jamrog, D.O.

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine ยท Kalispell, MT

Consultation Time31 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.07xFair / Standard
Annual Visits663Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~31 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1023134293

Dr. Brian Abbott, DO

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine ยท Helena, MT

Consultation Time28 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.04xModerate Markup
Annual Visits538Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~28 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. Jamrog averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Abbott. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Jamrog offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Jamrog has a lower billing markup (1.07x vs. 3.04x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Jamrog.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Jamrog ChargeDr. Abbott ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$70
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$58
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$61