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Dr. Bistrika vs Dr. Stepczynski

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: 1275913139

Dr. Evgeny Bistrika, D.O.

Hospitalist ยท Port Angeles, WA

Consultation Time38 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.19xFair / Standard
Annual Visits997Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~38 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

2.2x 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: 1023320538

Dr. Anna Stepczynski, M.D.

Hospitalist ยท Seattle, WA

Consultation Time33 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.33xFair / Standard
Annual Visits3,283Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.3x 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. Bistrika averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Stepczynski. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Bistrika offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Bistrika has a lower billing markup (2.19x vs. 2.33x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Bistrika.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Bistrika ChargeDr. Stepczynski ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$114
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$49
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$119
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$79
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$79
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$206
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$173
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$130