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Dr. Esquivel vs Dr. Richards

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: 1457642597

Dr. Ann Esquivel, M.D.

Allergy/ Immunology ยท Zionsville, IN

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.64xModerate Markup
Annual Visits3,857Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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: 1497968366

Dr. Nathan Richards, M.D.

Allergy/ Immunology ยท New Albany, IN

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.86xModerate Markup
Annual Visits17,304Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~29 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. Esquivel averages 8 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Richards. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Esquivel offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Esquivel has a lower billing markup (2.64x vs. 2.86x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Esquivel.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Esquivel ChargeDr. Richards ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$14
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$11
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$4
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$120
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$156
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$25