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Dr. Kenderian vs Dr. Muchtar

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: 1922284942

Dr. Saad Kenderian, MD

Hematology ยท Rochester, MN

Consultation Time40 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.02xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,119Total 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: 1982138285

Dr. Eli Muchtar, MD

Hematology ยท Rochester, MN

Consultation Time35 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.56xModerate Markup
Annual Visits5,849Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~35 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. Kenderian averages 5 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Muchtar. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Kenderian offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Muchtar has a lower billing markup (2.56x vs. 3.02x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Muchtar.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Kenderian ChargeDr. Muchtar ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$5
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$127
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$112
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$95
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$62
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$164
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$133