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Dr. Turrill vs Dr. Pascuzzo

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: 1568542314

Dr. Mark Turrill, M.D.

Medical Oncology ยท Lakeport, CA

Consultation Time46 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.85xModerate Markup
Annual Visits48,396Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~46 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: 1538244314

Dr. Joseph Pascuzzo, DO

Medical Oncology ยท Fresno, CA

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.47xModerate Markup
Annual Visits644,051Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Turrill averages 11 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Pascuzzo. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Turrill offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Turrill has a lower billing markup (2.85x vs. 3.47x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Turrill.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Turrill ChargeDr. Pascuzzo ChargeStandard Baseline
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$182