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Dr. Arshad vs Dr. Leverage

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: 1609860501

Dr. Abrar Arshad, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Bowling Green, KY

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.85xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,152Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1700064995

Dr. Scott Leverage, MD

Gastroenterology ยท Crestview Hills, KY

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.26xModerate Markup
Annual Visits13,605Total 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Leverage averages 4 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Arshad. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Leverage offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Arshad has a lower billing markup (2.85x vs. 3.26x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Arshad.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Arshad ChargeDr. Leverage ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$84
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$236
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$76
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$154
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$106
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$77
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$164