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Dr. Morrison vs Dr. Nosti

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: 1558426635

Dr. Heather Morrison, M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology ยท Topeka, KS

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.66xFair / Standard
Annual Visits289Total 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: 1841481629

Dr. Patrick Nosti, M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology ยท Overland Park, KS

Consultation Time33 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.82xFair / Standard
Annual Visits10,238Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~33 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

1.8x 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. Nosti averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Morrison. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Nosti offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Morrison has a lower billing markup (1.66x vs. 1.82x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Morrison.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Morrison ChargeDr. Nosti ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$84
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$36
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$116
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$154
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$40
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$111
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$104