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Dr. Hirsh vs Dr. Joshi

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: 1285735944

Dr. Marc Hirsh, M.D.

Rheumatology ยท Delray Beach, FL

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.42xModerate Markup
Annual Visits424,981Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 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: 1003868993

Dr. Vipul Joshi, MD

Rheumatology ยท Brandon, FL

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.2xModerate Markup
Annual Visits629,428Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~42 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. Joshi averages 6 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Hirsh. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Joshi offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Joshi has a lower billing markup (3.2x vs. 3.42x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Joshi.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Hirsh ChargeDr. Joshi ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$42
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$13
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$23
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$132