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Dr. Springer vs Dr. Tabbaa

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: 1689696445

Dr. Michael Springer, MD

Gastroenterology · Westlake, OH

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.2xModerate Markup
Annual Visits8,558Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~27 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1184642050

Dr. Mousab Tabbaa, MD

Gastroenterology · Westlake, OH

Consultation Time39 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.77xModerate Markup
Annual Visits42,716Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~39 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. Tabbaa averages 12 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Springer. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Tabbaa offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Tabbaa has a lower billing markup (2.77x vs. 3.2x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Tabbaa.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Springer ChargeDr. Tabbaa ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$22
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$31
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$85
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$171
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$142
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$240
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$85
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$76