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Dr. Fine vs Dr. Colucciello

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: 1295810059

Dr. Howard Fine, MD MHSC

Ophthalmology ยท New Brunswick, NJ

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.47xModerate Markup
Annual Visits28,458Total 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: 1215934146

Dr. Michael Colucciello, M.D.

Ophthalmology ยท Moorestown, NJ

Consultation Time39 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.37xModerate Markup
Annual Visits35,074Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~39 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. Colucciello averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Fine. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Colucciello offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Colucciello has a lower billing markup (3.37x vs. 3.47x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Colucciello.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Fine ChargeDr. Colucciello ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$37
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$45
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$237
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$142
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$129
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$863
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$271
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$17