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Dr. Thomas vs Dr. Denstman

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: 1700822848

Dr. Michele Thomas, M.D.

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) ยท Lewes, DE

Consultation Time31 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.89xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,180Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1538197769

Dr. Frederick Denstman, M.D.

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) ยท Newark, DE

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.95xModerate Markup
Annual Visits471Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~41 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Denstman averages 10 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Thomas. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Denstman offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Thomas has a lower billing markup (2.89x vs. 2.95x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Thomas.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Thomas ChargeDr. Denstman ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$112
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$125
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$248
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$121
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$177
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$176
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$127