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Dr. Morchower vs Dr. Ibrahim

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: 1437359213

Dr. Andrew Morchower, M.D.

Anesthesiology ยท Frisco, TX

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits9,571Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1780818427

Dr. Ali Ibrahim, M.D.

Anesthesiology ยท El Paso, TX

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.59xModerate Markup
Annual Visits22,109Total 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. Ibrahim averages 7 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Morchower. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Ibrahim offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Ibrahim has a lower billing markup (2.59x vs. 3.16x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Ibrahim.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Morchower ChargeDr. Ibrahim ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$13
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$0
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$0
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$119
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$60
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1