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Dr. Mazza vs Dr. Irwin

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: 1518953850

Dr. Ida Mazza, MD

Cardiology ยท North Sioux City, SD

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.67xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,398Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1063622801

Dr. Timothy Irwin, M.D.

Cardiology ยท Yankton, SD

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.49xModerate Markup
Annual Visits15,232Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Irwin averages 6 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Mazza. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Irwin offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Mazza has a lower billing markup (2.67x vs. 3.49x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Mazza.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Mazza ChargeDr. Irwin ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$122
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$14
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$65
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$176
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$159
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$49