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Dr. Nazir vs Dr. Abu Sitta

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: 1972579118

Dr. Jawad Nazir, MD

Infectious Disease ยท Sioux Falls, SD

Consultation Time53 minExtended Visits (40+ mins)
Markup Level1.09xFair / Standard
Annual Visits556Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~53 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.

Fair Pricing Standard

Aligned with Customary Rates

1.1x 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: 1194165977

Dr. Emad Abu Sitta, M.D

Infectious Disease ยท Sioux Falls, SD

Consultation Time36 minIn-Depth (30-40 mins)
Markup Level2.56xModerate Markup
Annual Visits1,095Total volume
The Rushed Visit Index

Thorough Listener

~36 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. Nazir averages 17 more minutes per appointment than Dr. Abu Sitta. If you prioritize extensive discussion and question time, Dr. Nazir offers a more unhurried experience.

Pricing & Out-of-Pocket Risk:

Dr. Nazir has a lower billing markup (1.09x vs. 2.56x). Patients with high deductibles or out-of-network coverage will likely incur lower balance bills with Dr. Nazir.

Shared Clinical Procedures & Charges Comparison

Procedure DescriptionDr. Nazir ChargeDr. Abu Sitta ChargeStandard Baseline
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$114
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$166
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$93
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$177
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$100
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$137
Medical Procedure HCPCS $NaN$NaN$75