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Dr. Garcia vs Dr. Tschickardt

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: 1578519757

Dr. Eduardo Garcia, MD

Interventional Pain Management · Webster, TX

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.05xModerate Markup
Annual Visits13,644Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 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: 1477565208

Dr. Michael Tschickardt, M.D.

Interventional Pain Management · Corpus Christi, TX

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.93xModerate Markup
Annual Visits28,664Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~27 min face-time

Maintains a steady clinical rhythm balancing focused physical examination with patient discussion.

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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Garcia averages 9 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Tschickardt. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Garcia offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Tschickardt has a lower billing markup (2.93x vs. 3.05x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Tschickardt.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Garcia ChargeDr. Tschickardt ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$128
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$94
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$59
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$348
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$14
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$167