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Dr. Bogdan vs Dr. Coker

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: 1659767028

Dr. Lauren Bogdan, MD

Otolaryngology ยท Wilmington, DE

Consultation Time28 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.53xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,905Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~28 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: 1992739676

Dr. Joan Coker, M.D.

Otolaryngology ยท Wilmington, DE

Consultation Time31 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.46xFair / Standard
Annual Visits5,448Total 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.5x 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Coker averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Bogdan. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Coker offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Coker has a lower billing markup (2.46x vs. 2.53x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Coker.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Bogdan ChargeDr. Coker ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$45
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$14
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$111
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$190
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$127
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$161
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$123