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Dr. Sheehan vs Dr. Quertermous

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: 1790923324

Dr. Jessica Sheehan, MD

Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery · Arlington Heights, IL

Consultation Time29 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.74xModerate Markup
Annual Visits3,244Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~29 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: 1184919508

Dr. James Quertermous, M.D.

Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery · Hoffman Estates, IL

Consultation Time17 minQuick Visits (< 20 mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,247Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

High-Turnover Clinic

~17 min face-time

Operates a high-volume, rapid schedule. Appointments tend to be brief and tightly targeted. We recommend writing down your top two questions before stepping into the exam room.

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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Sheehan averages 12 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Quertermous. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Sheehan offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Sheehan has a lower billing markup (2.74x vs. 3.16x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Sheehan.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Sheehan ChargeDr. Quertermous ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$645
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$7
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$433
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$42
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$275
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$222
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$135
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$269