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Dr. Azmi vs Dr. Baker

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: 1922203082

Dr. Syed Azmi, MD

Hematology-Oncology ยท Southaven, MS

Consultation Time40 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.46xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,112Total 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: 1639119589

Dr. Justin Baker, M.D.

Hematology-Oncology ยท Jackson, MS

Consultation Time34 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.78xModerate Markup
Annual Visits232,803Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~34 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. Azmi averages 6 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Baker. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Azmi offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Baker has a lower billing markup (2.78x vs. 3.46x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Baker.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Azmi ChargeDr. Baker ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$91
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$110
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$61
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$169
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$134
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$135
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$62