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Dr. San Pedro vs Dr. Morrison

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: 1336166255

Dr. Gerardo San Pedro, M.D.

Critical Care (Intensivists) ยท Bossier City, LA

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.87xFair / Standard
Annual Visits455Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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

1.9x 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: 1174644801

Dr. Richard Morrison, M.D.

Critical Care (Intensivists) ยท Metairie, LA

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.37xFair / Standard
Annual Visits647Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.4x 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. Morrison averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. San Pedro. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Morrison offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. San Pedro has a lower billing markup (1.87x vs. 2.37x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. San Pedro.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. San Pedro ChargeDr. Morrison ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$121
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$86
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$116
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$77
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$159
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$209
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$169