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Dr. Glynn vs Dr. Calegan

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: 1508050857

Dr. Patrick Glynn, M.D.

Neurology ยท Lacombe, LA

Consultation Time44 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.93xModerate Markup
Annual Visits9,581Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~44 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: 1902873516

Dr. Gerald Calegan, MD

Neurology ยท Baton Rouge, LA

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.71xModerate Markup
Annual Visits27,627Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 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. Glynn averages 8 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Calegan. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Glynn offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Calegan has a lower billing markup (2.71x vs. 2.93x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Calegan.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Glynn ChargeDr. Calegan ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$119
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$203
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$166
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$0
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$149
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$89
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118