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Dr. Berlin vs Dr. Imam

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: 1700956349

Dr. William Berlin, M.D.

Internal Medicine ยท Albuquerque, NM

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level1.07xFair / Standard
Annual Visits572Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~32 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

1.1x 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: 1962799775

Dr. Sardar Imam, M.D.

Internal Medicine ยท Farmington, NM

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.08xModerate Markup
Annual Visits41,018Total 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. Imam averages 9 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Berlin. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Imam offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Berlin has a lower billing markup (1.07x vs. 3.08x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Berlin.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Berlin ChargeDr. Imam ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$95
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$64
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$141
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$125
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$35