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Dr. Martir-Negron vs Dr. Descartes

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: 1679784995

Dr. Arelis Martir-Negron, MD

Medical Genetics and Genomics · Miami, FL

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.75xModerate Markup
Annual Visits99Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~35 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: 1841233988

Dr. Maria Descartes

Medical Genetics and Genomics · Fort Myers, FL

Consultation Time22 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.65xModerate Markup
Annual Visits76Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~22 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Martir-Negron averages 13 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Descartes. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Martir-Negron offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Descartes has a lower billing markup (2.65x vs. 2.75x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Descartes.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Martir-Negron ChargeDr. Descartes ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$101
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$157
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$67
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$155
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$114