FDFairDoctor.org
Doctor vs Doctor Decision Tool

Dr. Matta vs Dr. Barrett

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: 1801850367

Dr. Naresh Matta, M.D.

Nephrology ยท Portsmouth, NH

Consultation Time41 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.53xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,349Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~41 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: 1437140209

Dr. Kulli Barrett, M.D.

Nephrology ยท Portsmouth, NH

Consultation Time42 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.54xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,990Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~42 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. Barrett averages 1 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Matta. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Barrett offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Matta has a lower billing markup (2.53x vs. 2.54x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Matta.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Matta ChargeDr. Barrett ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$128
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$78
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$358
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$118
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$172
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$297
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$164
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$71