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Dr. Scagnelli vs Dr. Grear

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: 1437268265

Dr. John Scagnelli, M.D.

Neurology ยท Raleigh, NC

Consultation Time39 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.88xModerate Markup
Annual Visits45,529Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~39 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: 1063733517

Dr. Karrie Grear, MD

Neurology ยท Wilmington, NC

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.93xModerate Markup
Annual Visits64,742Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Grear averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Scagnelli. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Grear offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Scagnelli has a lower billing markup (2.88x vs. 2.93x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Scagnelli.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Scagnelli ChargeDr. Grear ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$23
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$24
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$0
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$48
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$160
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$161