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Dr. Graves vs Dr. Sedrak

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: 1770880007

Dr. Michael Graves, MD

Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery ยท Austin, TX

Consultation Time28 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.34xFair / Standard
Annual Visits2,462Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~28 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

2.3x 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: 1316966575

Dr. Joseph Sedrak, M.D.

Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery ยท Houston, TX

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.8xModerate Markup
Annual Visits17,531Total 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. Sedrak averages 8 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Graves. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Sedrak offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Graves has a lower billing markup (2.34x vs. 2.8x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Graves.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Graves ChargeDr. Sedrak ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$621
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$420
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$195
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$124
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$542
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$149