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Dr. Heal vs Dr. Day

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: 1366970337

Dr. Cory Heal, MD

Radiation Oncology ยท Gilbert, AZ

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.58xModerate Markup
Annual Visits18,080Total 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: 1811304652

Dr. Samuel Day, MD, PHD

Radiation Oncology ยท Tucson, AZ

Consultation Time52 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.18xModerate Markup
Annual Visits15,884Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~52 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. Day averages 16 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Heal. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Day offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Heal has a lower billing markup (2.58x vs. 3.18x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Heal.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Heal ChargeDr. Day ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$243
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$115
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$340
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$185
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$83
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$64
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$223