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Dr. Harrell vs Dr. Dresner

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: 1609918374

Dr. Steven Harrell, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท New Albany, IN

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.17xModerate Markup
Annual Visits7,562Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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: 1417955667

Dr. David Dresner, M.D.

Gastroenterology ยท New Albany, IN

Consultation Time34 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits9,149Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~34 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. Harrell averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Dresner. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Harrell offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Dresner has a lower billing markup (3.16x vs. 3.17x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Dresner.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Harrell ChargeDr. Dresner ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$22
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$74
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$224
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$92
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$84
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$122
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$37
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118