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Dr. Daugherty vs Dr. Sokol

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: 1780178541

Dr. Yvonne Daugherty, MD

Internal Medicine ยท Shawnee Mission, KS

Consultation Time46 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.23xModerate Markup
Annual Visits763Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1235163676

Dr. Michael Sokol, MD

Internal Medicine ยท Overland Park, KS

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.36xFair / Standard
Annual Visits32,092Total 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.

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.

๐ŸŽฏ Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Daugherty averages 16 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Sokol. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Daugherty offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Sokol has a lower billing markup (2.36x vs. 3.23x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Sokol.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Daugherty ChargeDr. Sokol ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$74
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$110
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$107
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$163
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$124
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$199
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$48