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Dr. Feintzeig vs Dr. Gervasi

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: 1902805773

Dr. Irwin Feintzeig, M.D.

Nephrology ยท Trumbull, CT

Consultation Time40 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.66xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,341Total 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: 1972597813

Dr. Richard Gervasi, M.D.

Nephrology ยท Norwalk, CT

Consultation Time37 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.73xModerate Markup
Annual Visits5,847Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~37 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. Feintzeig averages 3 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Gervasi. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Feintzeig offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Feintzeig has a lower billing markup (2.66x vs. 2.73x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Feintzeig.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Feintzeig ChargeDr. Gervasi ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$79
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$356
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$131
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$73
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$131
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$294
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$175
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$299