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Dr. Weiss vs Dr. Xanders

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: 1265930507

Dr. Lindsey Weiss, DNP, NP-C

Nurse Practitioner ยท Washington, DC

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.75xModerate Markup
Annual Visits181Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~35 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: 1346581246

Dr. Laura Xanders, MS, FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner ยท Washington, DC

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.78xModerate Markup
Annual Visits5,436Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~30 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. Weiss averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Xanders. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Weiss offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Weiss has a lower billing markup (2.75x vs. 2.78x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Weiss.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Weiss ChargeDr. Xanders ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$117
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$102
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$85
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$160
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$156