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Dr. Seiff vs Dr. Kaplan

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: 1720013113

Dr. Bryan Seiff, M.D.

Ophthalmology ยท Dover, DE

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.04xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,134Total 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: 1275589459

Dr. Jason Kaplan, M.D.

Ophthalmology ยท Wilmington, DE

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.38xFair / Standard
Annual Visits33,153Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~29 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

1.4x 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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Seiff averages 6 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Kaplan. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Seiff offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Kaplan has a lower billing markup (1.38x vs. 3.04x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Kaplan.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Seiff ChargeDr. Kaplan ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$6
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$166
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$808
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$126
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$111
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$536
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$167