DR. MIGUEL RAY SABEDRA M.D.
Prescription History 1003881921
Family Medicine in Marlow, OK
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. MIGUEL RAY SABEDRA M.D., an active Family Medicine specialist practicing in Marlow, OK. Our medical registry currently tracks 146 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 9,596 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 401 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 OK PrescribersVs. OK Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 401 | $17.04 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 401 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (172). Medicare paid an average of $17.04 per fill, versus $14.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 879.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 26,275 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 400 | $15.54▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 400 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (153). Medicare paid an average of $15.54 per fill, versus $16.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 902 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 26,449 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 373 | $32.16 | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 373 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (139). Medicare paid an average of $32.16 per fill, versus $24.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 373.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,757 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril | 363 | $12.64 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 363 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (131). Medicare paid an average of $12.64 per fill, versus $7.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 803.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 23,961 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Potassium Chloride | 347 | $18.94▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 347 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 3.9 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (89). Medicare paid an average of $18.94 per fill, versus $27.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 507 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,767 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Furosemide | 308 | $7.59 | ▲ More than typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 308 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (97). Medicare paid an average of $7.59 per fill, versus $6.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 443.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,240 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 274 | $20.03 | ▲ More 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 274 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (107). Medicare paid an average of $20.03 per fill, versus $18.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 551 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 16,430 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan Potassium | 267 | $18.47 | ▲ More than typical |
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2023, this provider wrote 267 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (103). Medicare paid an average of $18.47 per fill, versus $12.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 618.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 18,495 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 243 | $5.02▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This 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. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2023, this provider wrote 243 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (76). Medicare paid an average of $5.02 per fill, versus $5.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 513 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,354 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate | 241 | $10.05 | ▲ More than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 241 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (131). Medicare paid an average of $10.05 per fill, versus $7.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 425.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,706 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gabapentin | 221 | $20.82▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 221 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (114). Medicare paid an average of $20.82 per fill, versus $22.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 391 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,683 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meloxicam | 163 | $9.58 | ▲ More than typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 163 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $9.58 per fill, versus $9.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 301 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,998 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 163 | $11.77 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 163 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (73). Medicare paid an average of $11.77 per fill, versus $8.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 278.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,324 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 159 | $629.58▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 159 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (88). Medicare paid an average of $629.58 per fill, versus $749.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 203 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,235 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Montelukast Sodium | 152 | $16.93▼ below OK avg | ▲ 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 152 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (71). Medicare paid an average of $16.93 per fill, versus $22.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 334 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,973 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| JardianceEmpagliflozin | 151 | $741.09▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2023, this provider wrote 151 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about 3.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $741.09 per fill, versus $945.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 197 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,372 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl | 148 | $12.00 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 148 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (91). Medicare paid an average of $12.00 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 144 | $11.76 | ▲ More than typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 144 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (60). Medicare paid an average of $11.76 per fill, versus $11.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 243 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,253 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 142 | $18.51▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 142 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (82). Medicare paid an average of $18.51 per fill, versus $19.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 286 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,558 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 140 | $16.83▼ below OK avg | ▲ More 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 140 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (86). Medicare paid an average of $16.83 per fill, versus $18.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 266 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,924 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 131 | $41.31 | ▲ More than typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 131 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (101). Medicare paid an average of $41.31 per fill, versus $33.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 132.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,655 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Succinate | 129 | $27.26 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 129 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (98). Medicare paid an average of $27.26 per fill, versus $20.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 283.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,495 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pravastatin Sodium | 128 | $21.03 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pravastatin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2023, this provider wrote 128 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $21.03 per fill, versus $19.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 285.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,555 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl | 127 | $8.04▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2023, this provider wrote 127 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $8.04 per fill, versus $9.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 127 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,337 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Allopurinol | 122 | $15.83▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 122 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $15.83 per fill, versus $16.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 261.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,830 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alprazolam | 117 | $11.51 | ▲ More than typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 117 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (69). Medicare paid an average of $11.51 per fill, versus $9.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 117.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,266 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 112 | $11.61▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 112 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $11.61 per fill, versus $14.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 154 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,567 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 111 | $14.79 | ▲ More than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 111 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (69). Medicare paid an average of $14.79 per fill, versus $13.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 167.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,986 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Simvastatin | 110 | $17.17 | ▲ More than typical |
About Simvastatin: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2023, this provider wrote 110 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (68). Medicare paid an average of $17.17 per fill, versus $10.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 276 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,280 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carvedilol | 102 | $8.56▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 102 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (76). Medicare paid an average of $8.56 per fill, versus $12.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 174 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,139 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 101 | $11.43 | ▲ More than typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 101 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $11.43 per fill, versus $9.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 181 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,398 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 98 | $9.07▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 98 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $9.07 per fill, versus $9.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 104 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,092 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tizanidine Hcl | 91 | $10.00▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Tizanidine Hcl: This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. In 2023, this provider wrote 91 Medicare prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $10.00 per fill, versus $15.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 99 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,134 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide ErGlipizide | 82 | $20.37 | ▲ More than typical |
About Glipizide Er: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 82 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $20.37 per fill, versus $18.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 167.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,018 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Donepezil Hcl | 82 | $14.38▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 82 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $14.38 per fill, versus $17.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 100 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,956 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate | 79 | $14.50▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Clopidogrel: Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2023, this provider wrote 79 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (72). Medicare paid an average of $14.50 per fill, versus $19.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 133 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,942 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl ErMetformin Hcl | 74 | $14.89 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl Er: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 74 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $14.89 per fill, versus $10.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 190 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,670 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| JanuviaSitagliptin Phosphate | 72 | $977.73 | ▲ More than typical |
About Januvia: Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sitagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A pyrazine-derived DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITOR and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that increases the levels of the INCRETIN hormones GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). It is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2023, this provider wrote 72 Medicare prescriptions for Januvia, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $977.73 per fill, versus $870.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 135 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,954 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Morphine Sulfate ErMorphine Sulfate | 69 | $22.45▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Morphine Sulfate Er: This medication is used to treat severe pain. Show more ▾ Morphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle. In 2023, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (74). Medicare paid an average of $22.45 per fill, versus $41.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 69 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pregabalin | 69 | $81.60 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures). A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $81.60 per fill, versus $46.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| XareltoRivaroxaban | 68 | $685.39▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Xarelto: Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 68 Medicare prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $685.39 per fill, versus $800.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 82 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,406 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron OdtOndansetron | 61 | $10.69▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than 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 61 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $10.69 per fill, versus $26.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 61 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 382 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 58 | $14.14▼ below OK 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 58 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $14.14 per fill, versus $17.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 76 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,781 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 58 | $14.08▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2023, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 65% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (89). Medicare paid an average of $14.08 per fill, versus $42.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 84 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,519 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atenolol | 57 | $10.86 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2023, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $10.86 per fill, versus $9.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 119 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lantus SolostarInsulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 56 | $539.79▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Lantus Solostar: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $539.79 per fill, versus $706.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 97.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,903 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 54 | $62.17 | ≈ 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 54 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $62.17 per fill, versus $48.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 70.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,694 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl | 51 | $73.49 | ≈ Typical |
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 81% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $73.49 per fill, versus $52.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 69 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,025 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide | 50 | $19.94 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2023, this provider wrote 50 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $19.94 per fill, versus $8.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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. 142 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,244 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 50 | $15.89 | ≈ Typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 50 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $15.89 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 112 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pioglitazone Hcl | 49 | $23.18 | ≈ Typical |
About Pioglitazone Hcl: Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called glitazones) used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Pioglitazone is used either alone or in combination with other diabetes medications (such as metformin or a sulfonylurea such as glyburide). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of pioglitazone. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $23.18 per fill, versus $16.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 69 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 49 | $18.43▼ below OK avg | ≈ 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 49 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 83% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $18.43 per fill, versus $18.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 90.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,715 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mirtazapine | 49 | $10.74▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Mirtazapine: Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $10.74 per fill, versus $20.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 58 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,701 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydralazine Hcl | 46 | $15.06▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Hydralazine Hcl: Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $15.06 per fill, versus $19.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 76 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,266 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Warfarin Sodium | 44 | $12.95▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Warfarin Sodium: This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. Show more ▾ Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood. An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $12.95 per fill, versus $13.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 76.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,293 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Temazepam | 44 | $4.69▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Temazepam: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Temazepam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A benzodiazepine that acts as a GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID modulator and anti-anxiety agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $4.69 per fill, versus $12.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 43 | $12.99 | ≈ Typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $12.99 per fill, versus $9.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,245 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| OzempicSemaglutide | 43 | $977.20▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $977.20 per fill, versus $1,165.46 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 46.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,310 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lorazepam | 40 | $9.45 | ≈ Typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $9.45 per fill, versus $7.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 38 | $21.56▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 67% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (57). Medicare paid an average of $21.56 per fill, versus $48.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 60 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,775 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ramipril | 36 | $6.79▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ramipril: Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Ramipril is also used to improve survival after a heart attack. It may also be used in high risk patients (such as patients with heart disease/diabetes) to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. This medication may also be used to treat heart failure in patients who have had a recent heart attack. Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. It is a prodrug that is transformed in the liver to its active metabolite ramiprilat. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $6.79 per fill, versus $13.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 62 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,860 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Spironolactone | 35 | $10.57▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 80% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $10.57 per fill, versus $13.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 68.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,067 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 34 | $17.92▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $17.92 per fill, versus $29.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 74 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,188 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trelegy ElliptaFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter | 34 | $897.57 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trelegy Ellipta: 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). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 67% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $897.57 per fill, versus $828.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,364 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sucralfate | 34 | $102.12 | ≈ Typical |
About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾ Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Sucralfate, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $102.12 per fill, versus $55.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 637 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ropinirole Hcl | 34 | $24.95 | ≈ Typical |
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $24.95 per fill, versus $22.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| NovologInsulin Aspart | 32 | $309.30▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Novolog: Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin aspart is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin aspart starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin that has been modified to contain an ASPARTIC ACID instead of a PROLINE at position 38 of the B-chain. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Novolog, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $309.30 per fill, versus $711.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 452 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone Hcl | 32 | $29.94 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (80). Medicare paid an average of $29.94 per fill, versus $26.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 876 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Acetaminophen-CodeineAcetaminophen With Codeine | 32 | $16.08▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Acetaminophen-Codeine: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 84% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $16.08 per fill, versus $26.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 563 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 32 | $12.96 | ▼ Less 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 32 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 62% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $12.96 per fill, versus $7.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,463 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 31 | $26.27 | ≈ Typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $26.27 per fill, versus $15.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 31 | $25.96 | ≈ Typical |
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $25.96 per fill, versus $24.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 65 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,950 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levemir FlexpenInsulin Detemir | 31 | $405.05 | – No State Data |
About Levemir Flexpen: Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin detemir is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin detemir may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs (such as metformin, exenatide). A recombinant long-acting insulin and hypoglycemic agent in which a MYRISTIC ACID is conjugated to a LYSINE at position B29. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen. Medicare paid an average of $405.05 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $405.05 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 43.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,174 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Novolog FlexpenInsulin Aspart | 31 | $770.51▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Novolog Flexpen: Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin aspart is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin aspart starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin that has been modified to contain an ASPARTIC ACID instead of a PROLINE at position 38 of the B-chain. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 89% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $770.51 per fill, versus $846.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 683 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 31 | $23.51 | ≈ Typical |
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $23.51 per fill, versus $20.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 667 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TradjentaLinagliptin | 30 | $322.39▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Tradjenta: Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used by people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Linagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A purine and quinazoline derivative that functions as an INCRETIN and DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBTOR. It is used as a HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT in the treatment of TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $322.39 per fill, versus $729.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 516 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluconazole | 29 | $9.33▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluconazole: Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals. Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $9.33 per fill, versus $12.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 597 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ventolin HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 29 | $118.83 | ≈ Typical |
About Ventolin 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 29 Medicare prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $118.83 per fill, versus $77.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 31.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 765 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 28 | $12.83▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $12.83 per fill, versus $23.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,425 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atenolol-ChlorthalidoneAtenolol/Chlorthalidone | 27 | $21.92▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Atenolol-Chlorthalidone: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications: atenolol and chlorthalidone. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. Chlorthalidone is a water pill (diuretic) and causes your body to get rid of extra salt and water. This effect may increase the amount of urine you make when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. These medications are used together when 1 drug alone is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to start taking the individual medications first, and then switch you over to this combination product if this is the best dose combination for you. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $21.92 per fill, versus $48.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide | 27 | $18.50 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Glipizide: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide, about 73% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $18.50 per fill, versus $8.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 65 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,929 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diclofenac Sodium | 27 | $36.01 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $36.01 per fill, versus $26.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 793 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Irbesartan | 27 | $35.09 | ≈ Typical |
About Irbesartan: Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Irbesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A spiro compound, biphenyl and tetrazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION, and in the treatment of kidney disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 79% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $35.09 per fill, versus $29.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nystatin | 27 | $32.40 | ≈ 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 27 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $32.40 per fill, versus $24.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 746 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levetiracetam | 27 | $62.76 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Levetiracetam: Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have. A pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $62.76 per fill, versus $37.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,590 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Promethazine Hcl | 27 | $10.96▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Promethazine Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as motion sickness, or before/after surgery). It is also used to treat allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, and runny nose. It may be used to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery or to help certain opioid pain relievers (such as meperidine) work better. The suppository form is used when medications cannot be taken by mouth. Promethazine is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its other effects (such as anti-nausea, calming, pain relief) may work by affecting other natural substances (such as acetylcholine) and by acting directly on certain parts of the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $10.96 per fill, versus $11.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 252 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methocarbamol | 26 | $30.27 | ≈ Typical |
About Methocarbamol: Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles. A centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206) In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 90% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $30.27 per fill, versus $15.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 811 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SymbicortBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate | 25 | $545.22 | ≈ Typical |
About Symbicort: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. 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. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. A pharmaceutical preparation of budesonide and formoterol fumarate that is used as an ANTI-ASTHMATIC AGENT and for the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Symbicort, about 86% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $545.22 per fill, versus $513.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Novolin 70-30Insulin Nph Hum/Reg Insulin Hm | 24 | $201.13▼ below OK avg | ▲ More than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Novolin 70-30, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $201.13 per fill, versus $424.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 30.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 663 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Estradiol | 24 | $11.28▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Estradiol: This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). Show more ▾ It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen. If you are using this medication to treat symptoms only in and around the vagina, products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected. This medication may also be used by women who are not able to produce enough estrogen (for example, due to hypogonadism, primary ovarian failure). Certain estrogen products may also be used by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). However, there are other medications (such as raloxifene, bisphosphonates including alendronate) that are also effective in preventing bone loss and may be safer. These medications should be considered for use before estrogen treatment. The 17-beta-isomer of estradiol, an aromatized C18 steroid with hydroxyl group at 3-beta- and 17-beta-position. Estradiol-17-beta is the most potent form of mammalian estrogenic steroids. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Estradiol, about 71% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $11.28 per fill, versus $46.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 44.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,338 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 23 | $47.00 | ≈ 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 23 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 79% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $47.00 per fill, versus $23.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TrulicityDulaglutide | 23 | $1,296.07▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $1,296.07 per fill, versus $1,332.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 30.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 872 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)Diltiazem Hcl | 23 | $41.40▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd): Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 70% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $41.40 per fill, versus $45.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK 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 Hcl | 22 | $5.17▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin 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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 79% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $5.17 per fill, versus $8.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 116 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonidine Hcl | 22 | $3.40▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 63% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $3.40 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 667 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cephalexin | 21 | $7.27▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cephalexin: This medication 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 medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 70% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $7.27 per fill, versus $8.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 156 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 21 | $14.26▼ below OK 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 21 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $14.26 per fill, versus $39.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prednisone | 21 | $6.61 | ▼ Less than 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 21 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $6.61 per fill, versus $5.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 257 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ibuprofen | 21 | $9.66▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. Show more ▾ When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 64% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $9.66 per fill, versus $13.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Xtampza ErOxycodone Myristate | 20 | $817.64 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Xtampza Er: This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Higher doses of this drug (more than 36 milligrams per dose or 72 milligrams per day) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate to large amounts of an opioid medication. These doses may cause overdose (even death) if taken by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use the extended-release form of oxycodone to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Xtampza Er, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $817.64 per fill, versus $564.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 20 | $14.07▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $14.07 per fill, versus $19.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 635 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| HumalogInsulin Lispro | 20 | $338.35▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Humalog: Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide). Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Humalog, about 83% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $338.35 per fill, versus $687.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 345 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Primidone | 19 | $36.67 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Primidone: This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Show more ▾ Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your risk for a possibly life-threatening condition of frequent, repeated seizures. Primidone belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate anticonvulsants. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure. A barbiturate derivative that acts as a GABA modulator and anti-epileptic agent. It is partly metabolized to PHENOBARBITAL in the body and owes some of its actions to this metabolite. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Primidone, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $36.67 per fill, versus $28.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lamotrigine | 19 | $12.93▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lamotrigine: Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections). A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $12.93 per fill, versus $19.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 733 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levofloxacin | 19 | $8.43▼ below OK avg | ▼ 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 19 Medicare prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 73% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $8.43 per fill, versus $9.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 137 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nabumetone | 18 | $25.74▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nabumetone: Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. A butanone non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX2) inhibitor that is used in the management of pain associated with OSTEOARTHRITIS and RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 69% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $25.74 per fill, versus $27.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amoxicillin | 18 | $6.56 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $6.56 per fill, versus $4.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 178 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 18 | $13.59 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Show more ▾ Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling. An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $13.59 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 457 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Basaglar Kwikpen U-100Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 17 | $334.60▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Basaglar Kwikpen U-100: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 65% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $334.60 per fill, versus $441.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 18.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 461 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 17 | $24.16▼ below OK avg | ≈ 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 17 Medicare prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 81% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $24.16 per fill, versus $32.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 434 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| EndocetOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 17 | $50.94▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Endocet: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Endocet, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $50.94 per fill, versus $62.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 510 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paxlovid (Eua)Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir | 17 | $7.54▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Paxlovid (Eua): The combination of nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets is a product that the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19. Show more ▾ The product is also approved to be used in Canada to treat COVID-19. It is used by people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus, have had mild to moderate symptoms for no more than 5 days and are not hospitalized. To receive this product you must also be at high risk for COVID-19 complications due to older age, obesity, or ongoing medical conditions (such as lung or heart disease or diabetes, among others). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment with nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases (boosts) the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. More information about nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is available from the FDA Fact Sheet for Patients, Parents, and Caregivers for Emergency Use and from the Health Canada Patient Medication Information sheet. There is limited information about how safe and effective the combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is for treating COVID-19. Study results show that nirmatrelvir and ritonavir may help people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus stay out of the hospital. This product is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. The information in this document reflects emerging data, which is evolving and subject to reassessment. Users should be aware of these considerations in their review of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, and it is always the responsibility of treating practitioners to exercise independent judgement in making care decisions. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Paxlovid (Eua), about 85% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $7.54 per fill, versus $9.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 85 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| NuplazidPimavanserin Tartrate | 16 | $2,324.14▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nuplazid: Pimavanserin is used to treat the symptoms of a certain mental/mood disorder (psychosis) that might occur with Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It helps lessen symptoms such as seeing or hearing things that are not there (hallucinations) and false beliefs (delusions). Pimavanserin belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics, though it works differently from most other drugs in this class. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Nuplazid, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $2,324.14 per fill, versus $3,699.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 224 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Advair DiskusFluticasone Propion/Salmeterol | 16 | $598.06 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Advair Diskus: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. 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. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as salmeterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Advair Diskus, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $598.06 per fill, versus $514.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Insulin SyringeSyringe And Needle,insulin,1ml | 16 | $116.04 | ≈ Typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about the same volume as the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $116.04 per fill, versus $38.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 16.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 457 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Betamethasone Valerate | 16 | $0.00▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Betamethasone Valerate: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a medium-strength corticosteroid. The 17-valerate derivative of BETAMETHASONE. It has substantial topical anti-inflammatory activity and relatively low systemic anti-inflammatory activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Betamethasone Valerate, about 89% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (18). How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| NitrofurantoinNitrofurantoin Macrocrystal | 15 | $53.94 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nitrofurantoin: Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder 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. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $53.94 per fill, versus $47.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 788 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Verapamil ErVerapamil Hcl | 15 | $60.57 | ≈ Typical |
About Verapamil Er: Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 75% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $60.57 per fill, versus $33.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Propranolol Hcl ErPropranolol Hcl | 15 | $40.05▼ below OK avg | ≈ Typical |
About Propranolol Hcl Er: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about 75% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $40.05 per fill, versus $83.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| MounjaroTirzepatide | 15 | $1,258.89 | ≈ Typical |
About Mounjaro: Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. A glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and Glucose-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist to enhance glycemic control in adults with TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 88% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $1,258.89 per fill, versus $1,131.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OK 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. 16.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lovastatin | 15 | $18.12 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lovastatin: Lovastatin 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $18.12 per fill, versus $10.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl | 15 | $16.38▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $16.38 per fill, versus $29.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,154 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| FenofibrateFenofibrate Nanocrystallized | 15 | $46.33▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fenofibrate: Fenofibrate 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. Show more ▾ It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $46.33 per fill, versus $52.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Latanoprost | 15 | $19.48▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Latanoprost: Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾ It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 15% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (100). Medicare paid an average of $19.48 per fill, versus $23.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cefdinir | 14 | $13.32▼ below OK avg | ▼ 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 14 Medicare prescriptions for Cefdinir, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $13.32 per fill, versus $21.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 104 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fenofibrate | 14 | $9.04▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fenofibrate: Fenofibrate 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. Show more ▾ It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $9.04 per fill, versus $52.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 344 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clozapine | 14 | $52.75▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clozapine: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). Clozapine is a psychiatric medication (anti-psychotic type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Clozapine decreases hallucinations and helps prevent suicide in people who are likely to try to harm themselves. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Clozapine, about 11% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (130). Medicare paid an average of $52.75 per fill, versus $79.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| AristadaAripiprazole Lauroxil | 13 | $3,198.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Aristada: Extended-release aripiprazole injection is used to treat a mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there) and improve your concentration. It also helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Some brands of this medication are also used to treat bipolar disorder. It can help to decrease extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. Extended-release aripiprazole injection is a long-acting psychiatric medication known as an atypical antipsychotic. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Aristada, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $3,198.24 per fill, versus $2,983.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Breo ElliptaFluticasone/Vilanterol | 13 | $746.77 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Breo Ellipta: This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ This inhaler contains 2 medications: fluticasone and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Vilanterol belongs to a class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (like vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $746.77 per fill, versus $504.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| MethotrexateMethotrexate Sodium | 13 | $46.69 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Methotrexate: Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma) or to control severe psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis that has not responded to other treatments. Show more ▾ It may also be used to control juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Methotrexate belongs to a class of drugs known as antimetabolites. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells and suppressing the immune system. Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with more aggressive therapy such as methotrexate helps to reduce further joint damage and to preserve joint function. An antineoplastic antimetabolite with immunosuppressant properties. It is an inhibitor of TETRAHYDROFOLATE DEHYDROGENASE and prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolate, necessary for synthesis of thymidylate, an essential component of DNA. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 19% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (70). Medicare paid an average of $46.69 per fill, versus $36.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 364 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diazepam | 13 | $2.56▼ below OK 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 13 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $2.56 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 247 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Risperidone | 13 | $22.19 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Risperidone: Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Risperidone, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $22.19 per fill, versus $15.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Eplerenone | 12 | $164.01 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Eplerenone: This medication is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It works by blocking a chemical (aldosterone) in your body which in turn lowers the amount of sodium and water the body retains. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. It is also used to treat congestive heart failure following a heart attack. A spironolactone derivative and selective ALDOSTERONE RECEPTOR antagonist that is used in the management of HYPERTENSION and CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE, post-MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Eplerenone, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $164.01 per fill, versus $123.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim | 12 | $4.02▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim: This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Show more ▾ It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $4.02 per fill, versus $6.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 189 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Indapamide | 12 | $7.50▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Indapamide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Indapamide is also used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Indapamide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A benzamide-sulfonamide-indole derived DIURETIC that functions by inhibiting SODIUM CHLORIDE SYMPORTERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Indapamide, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $7.50 per fill, versus $21.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonidine | 12 | $135.99▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonidine: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. An imidazoline sympatholytic agent that stimulates ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and central IMIDAZOLINE RECEPTORS. It is commonly used in the management of HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $135.99 per fill, versus $161.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 336 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphet ErDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 12 | $147.41 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 60% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $147.41 per fill, versus $64.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Digoxin | 12 | $28.54▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Digoxin: Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications. Show more ▾ It is also used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat (such as chronic atrial fibrillation). Treating heart failure may help maintain your ability to walk and exercise and may improve the strength of your heart. Treating an irregular heartbeat can also improve your ability to exercise. Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. This reduces strain on the heart and helps it maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat. A cardiotonic glycoside obtained mainly from Digitalis lanata; it consists of three sugars and the aglycone DIGOXIGENIN. Digoxin has positive inotropic and negative chronotropic activity. It is used to control ventricular rate in ATRIAL FIBRILLATION and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. The margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p666) In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Digoxin, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $28.54 per fill, versus $32.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 939 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ErIsosorbide Mononitrate | 12 | $17.47▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Isosorbide Mononitrate Er: Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $17.47 per fill, versus $18.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glyburide | 11 | $12.04▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Glyburide: Glyburide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glyburide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An antidiabetic sulfonylurea derivative with actions like those of chlorpropamide In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Glyburide, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $12.04 per fill, versus $23.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dutasteride | 11 | $38.73▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dutasteride: This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children. A 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Dutasteride, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $38.73 per fill, versus $51.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Flurbiprofen | 11 | $87.12 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Flurbiprofen: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Flurbiprofen is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. It is also used to relieve pain from various conditions such as dental pain, menstrual cramps, and muscle aches. Flurbiprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling and pain. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. An anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic of the phenylalkynoic acid series. It has been shown to reduce bone resorption in periodontal disease by inhibiting CARBONIC ANHYDRASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Flurbiprofen, about 65% of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $87.12 per fill, versus $45.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100Insulin Lispro | 11 | $189.11▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100: Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide). Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $189.11 per fill, versus $216.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 11.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 309 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl | 11 | $100.53 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $100.53 per fill, versus $28.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 450 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 11 | $12.83▼ below OK avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Doxycycline Hyclate: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline 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 synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about a third of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $12.83 per fill, versus $24.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 OK average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 120 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ezetimibe | 11 | $124.37 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Oklahoma prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $124.37 per fill, versus $67.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OK 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 728 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. MIGUEL RAY SABEDRA 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 Family Medicine prescribing approach at this Marlow, OK 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 OK prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
