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Dr. Mezher vs Dr. Chokshi

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: 1598751794

Dr. Bechara Mezher, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Tucson, AZ

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.94xModerate Markup
Annual Visits935Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~42 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: 1144243510

Dr. Parag Chokshi, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Sun City, AZ

Consultation Time31 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.06xModerate Markup
Annual Visits10,339Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~31 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. Mezher averages 11 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Chokshi. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Mezher offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Mezher has a lower billing markup (2.94x vs. 3.06x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Mezher.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Mezher ChargeDr. Chokshi ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$152
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$122
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$125
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$196
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$77
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$149
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$240