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Dr. Im vs Dr. Abbas

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: 1770521130

Dr. Dwight Im, MD

Gynecological Oncology ยท Baltimore, MD

Consultation Time39 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level3.48xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,651Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1023087699

Dr. Fouad Abbas

Gynecological Oncology ยท Baltimore, MD

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.78xModerate Markup
Annual Visits761Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 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. Im averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Abbas. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Im offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Abbas has a lower billing markup (2.78x vs. 3.48x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Abbas.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Im ChargeDr. Abbas ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$102
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$149
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$189
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$37
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$510
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,834
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$557
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$69