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Dr. Kainer Erwin vs Dr. Ross

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: 1649288846

Dr. Melissa Kainer Erwin, M.D.

Dermatology · El Campo, TX

Consultation Time24 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.52xFair / Standard
Annual Visits14,229Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~24 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.5x 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1184600165

Dr. Kim Ross, M.D.

Dermatology · San Antonio, TX

Consultation Time25 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.95xFair / Standard
Annual Visits67,700Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~25 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.9x 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Ross averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Kainer Erwin. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Ross offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Kainer Erwin has a lower billing markup (1.52x vs. 1.95x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Kainer Erwin.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Kainer Erwin ChargeDr. Ross ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$88
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$56
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$175
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$261
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$40
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$55
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$110