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Dr. Asad vs Dr. Grill

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: 1265448062

Dr. Syed Asad, M.D.

Neurology ยท Greenbelt, MD

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.85xFair / Standard
Annual Visits4,265Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~29 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

1.9x 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: 1023129269

Dr. Stephen Grill, MD PHD

Neurology ยท Elkridge, MD

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.86xFair / Standard
Annual Visits43,364Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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

1.9x 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. Grill averages 8 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Asad. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Grill offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Asad has a lower billing markup (1.85x vs. 1.86x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Asad.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Asad ChargeDr. Grill ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$102
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$325
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$229
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$534
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$326
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$197
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$146
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$54