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Dr. Ayers vs Dr. Van Tuyl

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: 1952697633

Dr. Christopher Ayers, M.D.

Otolaryngology ยท Evans, GA

Consultation Time30 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.91xModerate Markup
Annual Visits2,973Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~30 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: 1447260633

Dr. Ronald Van Tuyl, MD

Otolaryngology ยท Canton, GA

Consultation Time28 minStandard (20-30 mins)
Markup Level2.78xModerate Markup
Annual Visits12,418Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~28 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. Ayers averages 2 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Van Tuyl. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Ayers offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Van Tuyl has a lower billing markup (2.78x vs. 2.91x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Van Tuyl.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Ayers ChargeDr. Van Tuyl ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$4
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$11
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$85
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$120
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$15
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$9
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$42
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$174