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Dr. Barry vs Dr. Ruhoff

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: 1346471034

Dr. Sarah Barry, CNS-BC

Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist ยท Springfield, OR

Consultation Time45 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.81xModerate Markup
Annual Visits323Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~45 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: 1114121852

Dr. Amy Ruhoff, R.N., M.S.N., CNS

Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist ยท Portland, OR

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.01xModerate Markup
Annual Visits232Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~35 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. Barry averages 10 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Ruhoff. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Barry offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Barry has a lower billing markup (2.81x vs. 3.01x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Barry.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Barry ChargeDr. Ruhoff ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$93
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$97
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$64
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$40
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$141