BEACH CONGER MD
Prescription History 1023006921
Internal Medicine in Burlington, VT
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for BEACH CONGER MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Burlington, VT. Our medical registry currently tracks 21 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 447 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Buprenorphine-Naloxone, which accounts for 95 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other VT PrescribersVs. VT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buprenorphine-NaloxoneBuprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl | 95 | $182.42 | ▲ More than typical |
About Buprenorphine-Naloxone: This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. Show more ▾ It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. In 2023, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (73). Medicare paid an average of $182.42 per fill, versus $108.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 95.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,282 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SuboxoneBuprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl | 53 | $341.32 | ≈ Typical |
About Suboxone: This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. Show more ▾ It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. In 2023, this provider wrote 53 Medicare prescriptions for Suboxone, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $341.32 per fill, versus $277.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,316 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 42 | $8.96▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $8.96 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,082 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 27 | $7.15▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $7.15 per fill, versus $18.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 664 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 25 | $10.71▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 83% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $10.71 per fill, versus $27.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 670 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril | 21 | $4.40▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 18% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (114). Medicare paid an average of $4.40 per fill, versus $7.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 914 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 16 | $28.11▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $28.11 per fill, versus $52.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 19.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 468 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methylphenidate Hcl | 14 | $40.78▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Methylphenidate Hcl: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $40.78 per fill, versus $47.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 371 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 13 | $32.40 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 14% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (95). Medicare paid an average of $32.40 per fill, versus $17.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,058 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| RestasisCyclosporine | 12 | $502.21▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Restasis: Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. Show more ▾ They work by increasing the amount of tears you make. A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Restasis, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $502.21 per fill, versus $1,199.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 270 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Morphine Sulfate ErMorphine Sulfate | 12 | $23.73▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Morphine Sulfate Er: This medication is used to treat severe pain. Show more ▾ Morphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $23.73 per fill, versus $50.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 338 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Flovent HfaFluticasone Propionate | 12 | $306.68▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Flovent Hfa: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Flovent Hfa, about 63% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $306.68 per fill, versus $459.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 12 | $4.14▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $4.14 per fill, versus $23.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 12 | $21.07▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $21.07 per fill, versus $29.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 336 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate | 12 | $4.25▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 13% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (95). Medicare paid an average of $4.25 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 494 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl | 12 | $17.84▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $17.84 per fill, versus $32.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 15.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 454 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atenolol | 12 | $6.46▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $6.46 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 12 | $8.96▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Show more ▾ Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling. An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $8.96 per fill, versus $10.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 185 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 11 | $671.29▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about 16% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (67). Medicare paid an average of $671.29 per fill, versus $899.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 374 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-AmphetamineDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 11 | $13.33▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $13.33 per fill, versus $38.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 308 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 11 | $15.43 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 7% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (151). Medicare paid an average of $15.43 per fill, versus $13.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for BEACH CONGER MD is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Internal Medicine prescribing approach at this Burlington, VT practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among VT prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
