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Dr. Van Lith vs Dr. Boomgaard

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: 1720466949

Dr. Nicholas Van Lith, MD

Family Practice ยท Anchorage, AK

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.9xModerate Markup
Annual Visits3,388Total 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: 1427047034

Dr. Kenneth Boomgaard, M.D.

Family Practice ยท Elmendorf Afb, AK

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits4,340Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~30 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. Van Lith averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Boomgaard. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Van Lith offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Van Lith has a lower billing markup (2.9x vs. 3.16x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Van Lith.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Van Lith ChargeDr. Boomgaard ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$23
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$162
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$164
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$141
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$114
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$228
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$39
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9