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Dr. Liou vs Dr. Pandita

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: 1588754196

Dr. Theodore Liou, MD

Pulmonary Disease ยท Salt Lake City, UT

Consultation Time59 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.82xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,198Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~59 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: 1023095809

Dr. Sunny Pandita, MD

Pulmonary Disease ยท Murray, UT

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.3xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,823Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~32 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

2.3x 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. Liou averages 27 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Pandita. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Liou offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Pandita has a lower billing markup (2.3x vs. 2.82x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Pandita.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Liou ChargeDr. Pandita ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$12
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$22
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$116
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$12
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$170