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Dr. Pliagas vs Dr. Albright

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: 1356458319

Dr. George Pliagas, M.D.

Vascular Surgery · Las Vegas, NV

Consultation Time16 minQuick Visits (< 20 mins)
Markup Level2.31xFair / Standard
Annual Visits558Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

High-Turnover Clinic

~16 min face-time

Operates a high-volume, rapid schedule. Appointments tend to be brief and tightly targeted. We recommend writing down your top two questions before stepping into the exam room.

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

2.3x 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: 1851394506

Dr. Janet Albright, MD

Vascular Surgery · Reno, NV

Consultation Time44 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.2xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,660Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~44 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

2.2x 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Albright averages 28 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Pliagas. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Albright offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Albright has a lower billing markup (2.2x vs. 2.31x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Albright.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Pliagas ChargeDr. Albright ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$11
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$56
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$65
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$172
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$241
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$128
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$177
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$23