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Dr. Gallagher vs Dr. Halat

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: 1770978744

Dr. Brian Gallagher, M.D.

Hospitalist ยท Lincoln, NE

Consultation Time47 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.41xFair / Standard
Annual Visits1,133Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~47 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

2.4x 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1104811538

Dr. Anthony Halat, M.D.

Hospitalist ยท Omaha, NE

Consultation Time46 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.79xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,900Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~46 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. Gallagher averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Halat. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Gallagher offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Gallagher has a lower billing markup (2.41x vs. 2.79x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Gallagher.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Gallagher ChargeDr. Halat ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$110
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$72
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$105
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$196
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$161
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$75
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$70
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$120