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Dr. Jarboe vs Dr. Karolewics

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: 1447662804

Dr. John Jarboe, M.D., PHD

Radiation Oncology ยท Montgomery, AL

Consultation Time38 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.08xModerate Markup
Annual Visits3,277Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~38 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: 1174624282

Dr. Vincent Karolewics, M.D.

Radiation Oncology ยท Cullman, AL

Consultation Time39 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.55xModerate Markup
Annual Visits8,065Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Karolewics averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Jarboe. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Karolewics offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Karolewics has a lower billing markup (2.55x vs. 3.08x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Karolewics.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Jarboe ChargeDr. Karolewics ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$315
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$109
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$59
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$205
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$66
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$75
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$178
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$112