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Dr. Tsai vs Dr. Sindhu

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: 1518134691

Dr. Frank Tsai, MD

Hematology-Oncology ยท Scottsdale, AZ

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.9xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,875Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~41 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: 1790057123

Dr. Hemant Sindhu, MD

Hematology-Oncology ยท Sierra Vista, AZ

Consultation Time43 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.04xModerate Markup
Annual Visits421,972Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~43 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. Sindhu averages 2 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Tsai. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Sindhu offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Tsai has a lower billing markup (2.9x vs. 3.04x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Tsai.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Tsai ChargeDr. Sindhu ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$94
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$137
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$64
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$77
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$69
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$167
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$115
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$129