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Dr. Prince vs Dr. Averette

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: 1669061461

Dr. Taylor Prince, CRNP

Nurse Practitioner · Guntersville, AL

Consultation Time26 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.72xFair / Standard
Annual Visits5,154Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~26 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

1.7x 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: 1699315937

Dr. Jacqueline Averette, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner · Tuscaloosa, AL

Consultation Time34 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.31xModerate Markup
Annual Visits89,107Total 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Averette averages 8 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Prince. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Averette offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Prince has a lower billing markup (1.72x vs. 3.31x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Prince.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Prince ChargeDr. Averette ChargeStandard Baseline
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$68
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$130
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$97