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Dr. Parker vs Dr. Bellows

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: 1457472425

Dr. Amanda Parker, MD

General Surgery · Centennial, CO

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.09xFair / Standard
Annual Visits2,199Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~27 min face-time

Maintains a steady clinical rhythm balancing focused physical examination with patient discussion.

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

2.1x 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: 1245334762

Dr. Charles Bellows, M.D.

General Surgery · Greenwood Village, CO

Consultation Time18 minQuick Visits (< 20 mins)
Markup Level2.1xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,598Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~18 min face-time

Maintains a steady clinical rhythm balancing focused physical examination with patient discussion.

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

2.1x 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. Parker averages 9 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Bellows. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Parker offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Parker has a lower billing markup (2.09x vs. 2.1x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Parker.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Parker ChargeDr. Bellows ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$125
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$92
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$60
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$208
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$197
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,389
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,124
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,770