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Dr. Walsh vs Dr. Werschler

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: 1942298161

Dr. John Walsh, M.D.

Dermatology · Bellevue, WA

Consultation Time18 minQuick Visits (< 20 mins)
Markup Level2.14xFair / Standard
Annual Visits15,986Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~18 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

2.1x Markup

This physician's billed charges remain close to standard insurance allowable rates (within 2.5 times baseline). Patients visiting this practice rarely encounter extreme out-of-pocket price inflation.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1023119682

Dr. William Werschler, MD

Dermatology · Spokane, WA

Consultation Time25 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level1.76xFair / Standard
Annual Visits23,011Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Balanced Practice

~25 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.8x Markup

This physician's billed charges remain close to standard insurance allowable rates (within 2.5 times baseline). Patients visiting this practice rarely encounter extreme out-of-pocket price inflation.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Werschler averages 7 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Walsh. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Werschler offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Werschler has a lower billing markup (1.76x vs. 2.14x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Werschler.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Walsh ChargeDr. Werschler ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$58
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$104
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$90
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$31
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$45
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$119
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$105
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$63