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Dr. Cheatum vs Dr. Ammar

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: 1952367534

Dr. Paul Cheatum, MD

Vascular Surgery · Wichita, KS

Consultation Time18 minQuick Visits (< 20 mins)
Markup Level2.55xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,586Total 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.

Doctor Option BNPI: 1740448505

Dr. Chad Ammar, MD

Vascular Surgery · Wichita, KS

Consultation Time40 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level2.82xModerate Markup
Annual Visits9,426Total 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.

🎯 Patient Verdict: Key Differences at a Glance

Face-to-Face Patient Listening:

Dr. Ammar averages 22 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Cheatum. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Ammar offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Cheatum has a lower billing markup (2.55x vs. 2.82x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Cheatum.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Cheatum ChargeDr. Ammar ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$171
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$109
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$52
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$181
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$54
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$1,188
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$103
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$893