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Dr. Rogers vs Dr. Szeto

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: 1538125638

Dr. Hollis Rogers, M.D.

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) ยท Springdale, AR

Consultation Time28 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.69xModerate Markup
Annual Visits5,343Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~28 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: 1063671949

Dr. Patrick Szeto, M.D.

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) ยท Little Rock, AR

Consultation Time43 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.24xFair / Standard
Annual Visits433Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.2x 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Szeto averages 15 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Rogers. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Szeto offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Szeto has a lower billing markup (2.24x vs. 2.69x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Szeto.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Rogers ChargeDr. Szeto ChargeStandard Baseline
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$101
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$117
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$153
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$226