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Dr. Qin vs Dr. Stotsky

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: 1891138822

Dr. Shan Qin, M.D., PH.D.

Internal Medicine · Dartmouth, MA

Consultation Time40 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.25xModerate Markup
Annual Visits21,307Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~40 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: 1912913039

Dr. Sharon Stotsky, MD

Internal Medicine · Wilmington, MA

Consultation Time27 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level3.49xModerate Markup
Annual Visits34,750Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~27 min face-time

Maintains a steady clinical rhythm balancing focused physical examination with patient discussion.

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. Qin averages 13 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Stotsky. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Qin offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Qin has a lower billing markup (3.25x vs. 3.49x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Qin.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Qin ChargeDr. Stotsky ChargeStandard Baseline
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Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$129
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$2
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$10
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$8
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5