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Dr. Niemer vs Dr. Brittis

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: 1356449367

Dr. Gregory Niemer, M.D.

Rheumatology ยท Summerville, SC

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.71xModerate Markup
Annual Visits105,405Total 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: 1992753636

Dr. John Brittis, MD

Rheumatology ยท Bluffton, SC

Consultation Time34 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.41xModerate Markup
Annual Visits288,205Total 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. Niemer averages 2 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Brittis. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Niemer offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Niemer has a lower billing markup (2.71x vs. 3.41x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Niemer.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Niemer ChargeDr. Brittis ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$13
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$42
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$36
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$23
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$50