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Dr. Fowler vs Dr. Klein

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: 1326066705

Dr. Fred Fowler, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท Charlotte, NC

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.68xModerate Markup
Annual Visits3,750Total 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: 1922054733

Dr. Steven Klein, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท Wilmington, NC

Consultation Time34 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.59xModerate Markup
Annual Visits43,681Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~34 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. Fowler averages 2 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Klein. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Fowler offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Klein has a lower billing markup (2.59x vs. 2.68x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Klein.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Fowler ChargeDr. Klein ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$46
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$60
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$121
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$47
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$47
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$75
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$238
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$160