THIROSHA THIRUNAVUKARASU M.D.
Prescription History 1003340621
Family Medicine in Midlothian, VA
What does Dr. Thirunavukarasu prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 3,290 Medicare prescriptions for 78 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 232 prescriptions for 92 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Thirunavukarasu prescribes.
Medications 78 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Virginia prescribers.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 232 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $12.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 192 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $6.84 per fill, versus $10.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 175 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 150 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $4.84 per fill, versus $5.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 132 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $3.34 per fill, versus $6.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 95 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $12.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 89 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $3.09 per fill, versus $3.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 87 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.84 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 82 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.94 per fill, versus $8.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 80 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.22 per fill, versus $9.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 76 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 83% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $11.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 73 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 69% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $7.55 per fill, versus $8.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 73 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 77% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $10.73 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 68 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $12.80 per fill, versus $4.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 66 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $10.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 56 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $11.15 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 55 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $11.20 per fill, versus $11.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 55 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 81% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $5.79 per fill, versus $7.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 50 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $12.59 per fill, versus $13.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 49 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.33 per fill, versus $23.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 48 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $6.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 44 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 79% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $4.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 44 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.20 per fill, versus $7.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 43 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 67% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $27.56 per fill, versus $26.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 42 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $11.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 41 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.38 per fill, versus $28.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 41 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4.09 per fill, versus $10.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 41 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 38 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 79% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $955.03 per fill, versus $1,032.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 37 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 76% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.59 per fill, versus $8.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 36 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.28 per fill, versus $12.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 34 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 87% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3.06 per fill, versus $6.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 33 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 89% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.46 per fill, versus $24.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 31 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.00 per fill, versus $3.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 30 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $14.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 30 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.84 per fill, versus $4.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 28 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.82 per fill, versus $8.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 28 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 33% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $843.93 per fill, versus $886.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 28 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 73% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $11.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 27 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 75% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $3.58 per fill, versus $8.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 26 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 79% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $19.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 24 prescriptions for Januvia, about 74% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,011.99 per fill, versus $961.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 23 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $12.43 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 23 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $38.68 per fill, versus $50.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 23 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 38% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $3.63 per fill, versus $6.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 23 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $37.17 per fill, versus $33.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 22 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 28% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $2.22 per fill, versus $4.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 22 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $16.66 per fill, versus $13.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 21 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 41% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $12.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 21 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 66% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $22.87 per fill, versus $22.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 20 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 70% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.03 per fill, versus $15.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 20 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $19.05 per fill, versus $18.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 19 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 83% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $3.64 per fill, versus $11.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 18 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 28% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.08 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 18 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 64% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $22.55 per fill, versus $29.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 17 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $0.91 per fill, versus $6.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 17 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $17.85 per fill, versus $23.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 38% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $12.44 per fill, versus $8.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 33% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $15.70 per fill, versus $14.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 15 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 79% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $190.59 per fill, versus $51.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 15 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.73 per fill, versus $15.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 15 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 25% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $944.52 per fill, versus $860.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 14 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Olmesartan, about 65% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $16.50 per fill, versus $46.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 14 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 38% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.89 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $34.78 per fill, versus $27.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 14 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 38% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1,013.89 per fill, versus $955.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.81 per fill, versus $6.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 12 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $3.91 per fill, versus $8.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 12 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 30% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $547.61 per fill, versus $945.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.00 per fill, versus $23.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 12 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $20.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 12 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 34% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $30.04 per fill, versus $24.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 11 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.43 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 11 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 33% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.57 per fill, versus $5.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 11 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 40% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $29.68 per fill, versus $14.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 11 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 25% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $30.57 per fill, versus $29.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Thirunavukarasu wrote 11 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 28% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $35.97 per fill, versus $60.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Thirunavukarasu’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Thirunavukarasu prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Thirunavukarasu's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (232), Levothyroxine Sodium (192) and Atorvastatin Calcium (175).
How does Dr. Thirunavukarasu's prescribing compare with other Virginia prescribers?
Of the 78 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Thirunavukarasu prescribes 10 more often than the typical Virginia prescriber, 28 about as often and 40 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Thirunavukarasu prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Virginia prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
