DR. QI N CUI M.D., PH.D.
Prescription History 1013205145
Ophthalmology - Glaucoma Specialist in Philadelphia, PA


Quality Rating: 85.48 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since July 11, 2011

Contact Information

3801 FILBERT ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA
ZIP 19104
Phone: (215) 662-8100

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. QI N CUI M.D., PH.D., an active Glaucoma Specialist specialist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 12 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,734 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 617 claims alone.


Brimonidine Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 434
30-Day Fills 640.7
Days Supply 17,906
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,628
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 703.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $22,627.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Dorzolamide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide HclSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 196
30-Day Fills 342.4
Days Supply 10,209
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills89.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,658
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 326.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,952.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.06

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Dorzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 251
30-Day Fills 538.0
Days Supply 16,099
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims76.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,705
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 230.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,858.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.98

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Flurbiprofen Sodium

Generic Formulation: Flurbiprofen SodiumSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 333
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,068
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $525.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used before certain types of eye surgery (such as cataract removal). It prevents the pupil of the eye from narrowing. This effect makes it easier for the doctor to examine the inside of the eye, to remove the cataract, and to replace it with a new lens. Flurbiprofen belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 34.9
Days Supply 863
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims98.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills110.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,602
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $475.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.59

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 617
30-Day Fills 1,025.2
Days Supply 29,249
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims123.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills210.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,946
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 401.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,314.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.58

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). 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.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 56
30-Day Fills 100.2
Days Supply 2,959
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills126.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,615
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $27,790.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$496.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$440.78

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 767
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims130.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills166.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,249
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,285.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.36

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Rhopressa

Generic Formulation: Netarsudil MesylateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 28.7
Days Supply 765
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,921
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,807.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$490.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$454.62

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Netarsudil is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain eye conditions (such as open-angle glaucoma, ocular hypertension). This medication is thought to work by increasing the flow of fluid out of the eye. This helps lower pressure inside the eye. Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent loss of vision or blindness.

Simbrinza

Generic Formulation: Brinzolamide/Brimonidine TartSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 21.5
Days Supply 625
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,329
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,124.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$394.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$256.48

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two medications used to treat high pressure in the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle glaucoma-type) or a certain other eye disease (ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This product contains brinzolamide and brimonidine. These two medications work together to decrease the amount of fluid within the eye. Brinzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Brimonidine belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. This product is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 61
30-Day Fills 112.7
Days Supply 3,273
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.3
Peer Average Days Supply635
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 335.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,055.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$467.95

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Travoprost

Generic Formulation: TravoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 31.7
Days Supply 941
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,641
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,808.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$238.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$247.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol derivative that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. QI N CUI M.D., PH.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Philadelphia, PA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Glaucoma Specialist** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.