JULIO A MEZA
Prescription History 1013678036
Physician Assistant in Reno, NV
What does Julio Meza prescribe?
In 2024, Julio Meza wrote 1,450 Medicare prescriptions for 43 medications. The most prescribed was Memantine Hcl, with 105 prescriptions for 42 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 Julio Meza prescribes.
Medications 43 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 Nevada prescribers.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 105 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $38.95 per fill, versus $26.78 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 100 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $53.33 per fill, versus $14.39 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 75 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 87% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $27.65 per fill, versus $15.39 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 72 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.67 per fill, versus $15.48 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 70 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $22.78 per fill, versus $12.33 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 Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 69 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $2.70 per fill, versus $3.85 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 66 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $13.99 per fill, versus $10.69 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 63 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $50.62 per fill, versus $27.04 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 high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 56 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $40.25 per fill, versus $17.26 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 54 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $49.73 per fill, versus $31.44 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 medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 43 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 88% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $73.76 per fill, versus $22.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 39 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 21% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (186). Medicare paid $20.67 per fill, versus $9.59 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 control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 39 prescriptions for Primidone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $24.13 per fill, versus $22.18 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
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 Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 36 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $1,048.37 per fill, versus $1,006.49 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
This medication is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting from certain causes (for example, after surgery or cancer treatment).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 35 prescriptions for Prochlorperazine Maleate, about as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $16.55 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 35 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 69% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $29.76 per fill, versus $17.37 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 35 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $23.80 per fill, versus $15.98 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 31 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $59.46 per fill, versus $50.80 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 30 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about 70% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $220.16 per fill, versus $110.06 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
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 Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 27 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.60 per fill, versus $12.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 26 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $5.35 per fill, versus $9.13 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 25 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $37.05 per fill, versus $38.19 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 prevent or treat migraine.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 24 prescriptions for Nurtec Odt, about as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1,260.76 per fill, versus $1,428.92 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
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (such as drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms), chemicals, and other medical conditions.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 21 prescriptions for Amantadine, about 72% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $38.47 per fill, versus $47.77 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 19 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $15.23 per fill, versus $6.67 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 19 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 66% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $118.11 per fill, versus $50.23 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
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 18 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.14 per fill, versus $12.33 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 18 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $59.41 per fill, versus $49.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 17 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 36% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $68.17 per fill, versus $23.27 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $16.20 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
Diroximel fumarate is used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 16 prescriptions for Vumerity, about as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $8,736.08 per fill, versus $8,727.99 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $50.36 per fill, versus $46.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 14 prescriptions for Avonex (4 Pack), about as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $8,265.84 per fill, versus $8,355.49 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
Zonisamide is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 14 prescriptions for Zonisamide, about 37% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $32.25 per fill, versus $28.55 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 schizophrenia, depression).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 13 prescriptions for Rexulti, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $1,795.25 per fill, versus $1,483.16 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
Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 13 prescriptions for Rivastigmine, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $63.30 per fill, versus $54.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 13 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.25 per fill, versus $10.40 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
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 Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 12 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 26% as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $11.14 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 12 prescriptions for Lamictal, about as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (12). Medicare paid $715.83 per fill, versus $769.88 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 12 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.44 per fill, versus $13.02 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Fewer than five Nevada prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 11 prescriptions for Levetiracetam Er, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $78.74 per fill, versus $96.95 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Nevada prescribers
Julio Meza wrote 11 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Nevada prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.12 per fill, versus $15.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Julio Meza’s prescriptions
What does Julio Meza prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Julio Meza's most prescribed medications were Memantine Hcl (105), Baclofen (100) and Gabapentin (75).
How does Julio Meza's prescribing compare with other Nevada prescribers?
Of the 42 medications with a state comparison, Julio Meza prescribes 11 more often than the typical Nevada prescriber, 9 about as often and 22 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Julio Meza 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 Nevada 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.
