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Dr. Knudsen vs Dr. Marie

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: 1508952060

Dr. John Knudsen, M.D.

General Practice ยท Ferndale, WA

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.72xFair / Standard
Annual Visits655Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~30 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.7x 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: 1154575090

Dr. Simona Marie, MD

General Practice ยท Richland, WA

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.33xModerate Markup
Annual Visits4,362Total 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. Knudsen averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Marie. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Knudsen offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Knudsen has a lower billing markup (1.72x vs. 3.33x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Knudsen.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Knudsen ChargeDr. Marie ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$89
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$127
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$128
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$179
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$22
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$31
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$14