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Dr. Blumenthal vs Dr. Degiacomo

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: 1508824475

Dr. Nina Blumenthal, M.D.

Dermatology · N Dartmouth, MA

Consultation Time26 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.49xModerate Markup
Annual Visits7,188Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~26 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1245214311

Dr. Teresa Degiacomo, M.D.

Dermatology · Weymouth, MA

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.61xModerate Markup
Annual Visits25,122Total 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

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

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Degiacomo has a lower billing markup (2.61x vs. 3.49x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Degiacomo.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Blumenthal ChargeDr. Degiacomo ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$94
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$55
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$97
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$132
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$179