ROBERT E OSTENDORF III M.D.
Prescription History 1003833021
Otolaryngology in Gadsden, AL
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for ROBERT E OSTENDORF III M.D., an active Otolaryngology specialist practicing in Gadsden, AL. Our medical registry currently tracks 30 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,627 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Montelukast Sodium, which accounts for 555 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other AL PrescribersVs. AL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 555 | $22.18 | ▲ More than typical |
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. In 2023, this provider wrote 555 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 6.3 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (88). Medicare paid an average of $22.18 per fill, versus $18.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,096.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 32,858 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 370 | $15.82▼ below AL avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 370 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 5.6 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (66). Medicare paid an average of $15.82 per fill, versus $17.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 693.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 20,732 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 312 | $15.99 | ▲ More than typical |
About Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride: Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Levocetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). If your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use levocetirizine in place of your epinephrine. In 2023, this provider wrote 312 Medicare prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 5.7 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $15.99 per fill, versus $15.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 488 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,560 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Azelastine Hcl | 286 | $41.04 | ▲ More than typical |
About Azelastine Hcl: This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Show more ▾ Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms. In 2023, this provider wrote 286 Medicare prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 6.8 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $41.04 per fill, versus $39.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 416.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,040 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 221 | $19.08 | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 221 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (65). Medicare paid an average of $19.08 per fill, versus $17.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 385 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,550 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methylprednisolone | 110 | $12.68 | ▲ More than typical |
About Methylprednisolone: Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders. A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action. In 2023, this provider wrote 110 Medicare prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $12.68 per fill, versus $11.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 110 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 659 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamterene-HydrochlorothiazidTriamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid | 87 | $13.31▼ below AL avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is a combination of two water pills (diuretics): triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. This combination is used by people who have developed or are at risk for having low potassium levels on hydrochlorothiazide. It causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. In 2023, this provider wrote 87 Medicare prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $13.31 per fill, versus $13.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 185 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,550 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 86 | $5.55▼ below AL avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. In 2023, this provider wrote 86 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $5.55 per fill, versus $13.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 108 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,240 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ofloxacin | 78 | $69.12 | ≈ Typical |
About Ofloxacin: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A synthetic fluoroquinolone antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA GYRASE, halting DNA REPLICATION. In 2023, this provider wrote 78 Medicare prescriptions for Ofloxacin, about the same volume as the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (75). Medicare paid an average of $69.12 per fill, versus $21.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 78 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 62 | $10.93▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (120). Medicare paid an average of $10.93 per fill, versus $17.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 100 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,986 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prednisone | 59 | $9.78 | ≈ Typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 59 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about the same volume as the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $9.78 per fill, versus $6.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 59 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,435 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 41 | $67.77▼ below AL avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil: This medication is used to treat eczema of the outer ear (also known as chronic itchy ear). Show more ▾ The main symptom is itchiness, but redness, flaking, or oozing may also occur. Fluocinolone reduces these symptoms. This medication is a low- to medium-strength corticosteroid. In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $67.77 per fill, versus $81.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 42.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 986 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 39 | $48.91 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (72). Medicare paid an average of $48.91 per fill, versus $48.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 52.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,510 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mupirocin | 27 | $9.62▼ below AL avg | ≈ Typical |
About Mupirocin: Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). Show more ▾ It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria. A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 84% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $9.62 per fill, versus $11.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 296 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diazepam | 25 | $2.40▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Diazepam: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about 69% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $2.40 per fill, versus $6.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron OdtOndansetron | 25 | $53.03 | ≈ Typical |
About Ondansetron Odt: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. A competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 89% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $53.03 per fill, versus $21.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 508 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ipratropium Bromide | 25 | $77.06 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ipratropium Bromide: Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor. A muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 69% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $77.06 per fill, versus $45.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,095 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 24 | $15.99 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 19% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (124). Medicare paid an average of $15.99 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 21 | $6.59▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $6.59 per fill, versus $22.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,110 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ciprofloxacin-DexamethasoneCiprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth | 20 | $166.14▼ below AL avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone: This medication is used to treat bacterial ear infections. Show more ▾ It is used to treat middle ear infections in children with ear tubes, as well as outer ear infections (also known as swimmer's ear) in children and adults. This medication contains a combination of ciprofloxacin (a quinolone-type antibiotic) and dexamethasone (an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid). This ear drop works by stopping the growth of bacteria and reducing ear swelling and discomfort. This medication treats only bacterial ear infections. It will not work for other types of ear infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $166.14 per fill, versus $175.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 171 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meclizine Hcl | 20 | $10.45▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾ It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 63% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $10.45 per fill, versus $12.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 336 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Azithromycin | 20 | $7.58▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Azithromycin: This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about a third of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $7.58 per fill, versus $10.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 102 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cefdinir | 18 | $29.59 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cefdinir: Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Cefdinir, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $29.59 per fill, versus $22.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 180 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nystatin | 16 | $15.26▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 67% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $15.26 per fill, versus $23.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levofloxacin | 16 | $12.16 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Levofloxacin: This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. The L-isomer of Ofloxacin. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $12.16 per fill, versus $9.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav | 15 | $14.34 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $14.34 per fill, versus $14.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 162 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 13 | $11.82▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sumatriptan Succinate: Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines and cluster headaches. Show more ▾ It helps to relieve pain and other symptoms of migraines/headaches including sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. It does not prevent future migraines/headaches or reduce how often you may get a headache. Sumatriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain. A serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $11.82 per fill, versus $43.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Breztri AerosphereBudesonide/Glycopyr/Formoterol | 12 | $633.59▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Breztri Aerosphere: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. This inhaler contains 3 medications: budesonide, glycopyrrolate, and formoterol. Budesonide works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Glycopyrrolate and formoterol work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Glycopyrrolate belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This medication is not approved to treat asthma. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about a third of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $633.59 per fill, versus $765.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Epinephrine | 12 | $284.22▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Epinephrine: The active sympathomimetic hormone from the ADRENAL MEDULLA. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Epinephrine, about half the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $284.22 per fill, versus $294.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 249 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 12 | $8.42▼ below AL avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 17% of the volume of the typical Alabama prescriber of this medication (69). Medicare paid an average of $8.42 per fill, versus $25.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average AL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the AL average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for ROBERT E OSTENDORF III M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Otolaryngology prescribing approach at this Gadsden, AL practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among AL prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
