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Dr. Brandt vs Dr. Alderfer

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: 1952347783

Dr. George Brandt, M.D.

Psychiatry ยท Denver, CO

Consultation Time32 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.69xModerate Markup
Annual Visits543Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~32 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: 1174620025

Dr. Benjamin Alderfer, M.D.

Psychiatry ยท Denver, CO

Consultation Time43 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level3.16xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,365Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~43 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. Alderfer averages 11 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Brandt. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Alderfer offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Brandt has a lower billing markup (2.69x vs. 3.16x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Brandt.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Brandt ChargeDr. Alderfer ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$92
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$100
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$178
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$131
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$224