ROSS ALEXANDER SUMMERFORD M.D.
Prescription History 1013354521
Family Medicine in Tuscaloosa, AL
What does Dr. Summerford prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Summerford wrote 6,874 Medicare prescriptions for 117 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 656 prescriptions for 182 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Summerford prescribes.
Medications 117 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Alabama prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 656 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 355 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (132). Medicare paid $16.92 per fill, versus $18.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 320 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 308 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (117). Medicare paid $7.26 per fill, versus $7.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 267 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $14.43 per fill, versus $12.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 207 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $14.62 per fill, versus $15.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 146 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $18.80 per fill, versus $15.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 143 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $11.02 per fill, versus $12.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 142 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $4.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 135 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $10.04 per fill, versus $11.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 134 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $24.89 per fill, versus $18.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 121 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.43 per fill, versus $9.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 116 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $10.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 109 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $3.16 per fill, versus $6.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 108 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $966.00 per fill, versus $855.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 107 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $13.30 per fill, versus $11.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 103 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $38.71 per fill, versus $32.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 101 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $1,563.12 per fill, versus $1,205.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 89 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $8.42 per fill, versus $7.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 88 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $68.61 per fill, versus $76.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 85 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $26.74 per fill, versus $14.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 83 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $3.06 per fill, versus $4.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 83 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $9.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 81 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $13.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 81 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $67.78 per fill, versus $45.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 78 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $11.64 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 78 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $17.90 per fill, versus $13.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 74 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $27.81 per fill, versus $26.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 74 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $897.82 per fill, versus $950.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 74 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $31.60 per fill, versus $16.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 71 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $15.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 66 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 71% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $18.33 per fill, versus $12.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 62 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $8.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 60 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $34.19 per fill, versus $27.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 59 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $15.17 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 58 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.08 per fill, versus $9.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 58 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $19.50 per fill, versus $16.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 53 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 72% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $7.25 per fill, versus $9.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 53 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $4.82 per fill, versus $7.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 50 prescriptions for Abrysvo, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $317.14 per fill, versus $283.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 48 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (114). Medicare paid $944.41 per fill, versus $778.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 47 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 71% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $18.36 per fill, versus $15.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 47 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $50.85 per fill, versus $24.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 47 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 65% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,076.91 per fill, versus $1,210.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 47 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $34.74 per fill, versus $19.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 45 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $39.39 per fill, versus $32.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 43 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1,506.46 per fill, versus $1,413.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 41 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 77% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.44 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 38 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $86.24 per fill, versus $59.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 37 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $8.56 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 34 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $21.22 per fill, versus $17.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 33 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $12.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 32 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.21 per fill, versus $11.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 32 prescriptions for Linzess, about 80% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $602.06 per fill, versus $798.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 31 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about 23% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $71.16 per fill, versus $60.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 31 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 31% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $3.90 per fill, versus $4.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 31 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 72% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $8.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 31 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 29% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $222.59 per fill, versus $192.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 30 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $3.05 per fill, versus $4.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 29 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.37 per fill, versus $7.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 28 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 78% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $20.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $16.10 per fill, versus $11.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 28 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 37% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $4.10 per fill, versus $6.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 27 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 33% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $15.43 per fill, versus $27.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 27 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $49.09 per fill, versus $13.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 27 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 67% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $105.94 per fill, versus $56.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 26 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $11.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 25 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 25% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $15.97 per fill, versus $9.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 25 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $18.91 per fill, versus $17.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 25 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 80% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.72 per fill, versus $18.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 25 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 35% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $649.19 per fill, versus $801.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 24 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $29.80 per fill, versus $34.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 22 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 63% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $7.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 22 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $39.36 per fill, versus $31.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 22 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 77% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $32.13 per fill, versus $37.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 22 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 84% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $74.39 per fill, versus $30.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to 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).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 21 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $389.17 per fill, versus $490.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 20 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $37.01 per fill, versus $30.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 19 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $825.96 per fill, versus $609.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 18 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.74 per fill, versus $6.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 18 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $15.00 per fill, versus $24.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 17 prescriptions for Januvia, about 39% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $619.74 per fill, versus $854.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 17 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 27% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $3.99 per fill, versus $6.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 17 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $899.91 per fill, versus $640.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 3 drugs: empagliflozin, linagliptin, and metformin.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 17 prescriptions for Trijardy Xr, about 61% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1,636.63 per fill, versus $895.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 17 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 34% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $772.76 per fill, versus $833.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 16 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 80% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $89.34 per fill, versus $37.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 15 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 35% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $105.97 per fill, versus $129.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 15 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 24% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $5.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 15 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $26.86 per fill, versus $40.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 15 prescriptions for Vraylar, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,402.49 per fill, versus $1,478.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 26% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.65 per fill, versus $15.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 63% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $257.99 per fill, versus $247.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $14.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Indapamide, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.34 per fill, versus $17.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $187.88 per fill, versus $106.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Premarin, about 67% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $286.07 per fill, versus $348.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 28% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1,081.01 per fill, versus $745.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $87.19 per fill, versus $42.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 14 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 36% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $1,749.17 per fill, versus $1,201.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 13 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 25% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $23.60 per fill, versus $42.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nadolol is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 13 prescriptions for Nadolol, about 70% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $12.98 per fill, versus $62.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 13 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 30% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $19.53 per fill, versus $45.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 13 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $947.24 per fill, versus $947.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 12 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-200, about 67% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $1,085.34 per fill, versus $1,174.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 12 prescriptions for Janumet Xr, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $1,124.93 per fill, versus $789.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used for a short time to treat people who have trouble falling asleep.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 12 prescriptions for Zaleplon, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.80 per fill, versus $17.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 23% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $5.01 per fill, versus $3.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 26% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $7.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 19% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.60 per fill, versus $29.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 31% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $33.01 per fill, versus $26.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 33% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.69 per fill, versus $9.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and linagliptin.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Glyxambi, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $757.21 per fill, versus $920.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Prolia, about 39% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1,705.42 per fill, versus $1,715.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 34% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.85 per fill, versus $14.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 37% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $5.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Summerford wrote 11 prescriptions for Telmisartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $91.98 per fill, versus $103.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Summerford’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Summerford prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Summerford's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (656), Rosuvastatin Calcium (355) and Amlodipine Besylate (320).
How does Dr. Summerford's prescribing compare with other Alabama prescribers?
Of the 117 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Summerford prescribes 21 more often than the typical Alabama prescriber, 27 about as often and 69 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Summerford prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Alabama prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
