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Dr. Lundgren vs Dr. Ahmad

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: 1508820655

Dr. Craig Lundgren, M.D.

Cardiology ยท Kansas City, MO

Consultation Time38 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.09xModerate Markup
Annual Visits4,734Total 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: 1063491777

Dr. Zia Ahmad, M.D., F.A.C.C.

Cardiology ยท Saint Louis, MO

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.83xModerate Markup
Annual Visits13,215Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Lundgren averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Ahmad. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Lundgren offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Ahmad has a lower billing markup (2.83x vs. 3.09x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Ahmad.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Lundgren ChargeDr. Ahmad ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$95
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$66
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$67
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$37
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$29
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$25
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$176