DR. GERALDINE GARDNER D.O.
Prescription History 1033101696
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in La Grande, OR


Quality Rating: 71.93 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since August 19, 2005

Contact Information

900 SUNSET DR
LA GRANDE, OR
ZIP 97850
Phone: (541) 963-2328
Fax: (541) 975-5210

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. GERALDINE GARDNER D.O., an active Cardiovascular Disease specialist practicing in La Grande, OR. Our medical registry currently tracks 55 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 5,916 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Metoprolol Succinate, which accounts for 519 claims alone.


Amiodarone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amiodarone HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 167
30-Day Fills 268.4
Days Supply 7,981
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,395
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 351.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,476.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.58

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 413
30-Day Fills 627.2
Days Supply 18,662
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims104.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills256.3
Peer Average Days Supply7,658
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 297.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,539.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.47

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

Clinical Summary

A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. 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.

Atenolol

Generic Formulation: AtenololSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,236
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,025
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $176.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.94

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

Clinical Summary

A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect.

Therapeutic Applications

Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). 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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 411
30-Day Fills 723.4
Days Supply 21,653
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims157.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills399.4
Peer Average Days Supply11,931
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 161.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,376.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.26

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Bumetanide

Generic Formulation: BumetanideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 24.9
Days Supply 726
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,229
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $175.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$67.89

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

Clinical Summary

A sulfamyl diuretic.

Therapeutic Applications

Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. Bumetanide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 315
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,101
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $158.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.50

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

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. 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.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 133
30-Day Fills 190.2
Days Supply 5,481
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills118.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,523
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 160.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $783.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.67

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

Clinical Summary

A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Cilostazol

Generic Formulation: CilostazolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,153
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $182.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.32

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

Clinical Summary

A quinoline and tetrazole derivative that acts as a phosphodiesterase type 3 inhibitor, with anti-platelet and vasodilating activity. It is used in the treatment of PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASES; ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE; and in the prevention of stroke.

Therapeutic Applications

Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication). Cilostazol can decrease the muscle pain/cramps that occur during exercise/walking. Claudication pain is caused by too little oxygen getting to the muscles. Cilostazol can increase blood flow and the amount of oxygen that gets to the muscles. Cilostazol is an antiplatelet drug and a vasodilator. It works by stopping blood cells called platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It also widens blood vessels in the legs. Cilostazol helps the blood to move more easily and keeps blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 164
30-Day Fills 212.9
Days Supply 6,372
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,556
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 331.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,230.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.39

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

Clinical Summary

A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

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). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 198
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.6
Peer Average Days Supply805
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $625.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.96

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

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Digoxin

Generic Formulation: DigoxinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 70
30-Day Fills 107.8
Days Supply 3,194
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,512
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 191.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $892.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.17

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

Clinical Summary

A cardiotonic glycoside obtained mainly from Digitalis lanata; it consists of three sugars and the aglycone DIGOXIGENIN. Digoxin has positive inotropic and negative chronotropic activity. It is used to control ventricular rate in ATRIAL FIBRILLATION and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. The margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p666)

Therapeutic Applications

Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications. It is also used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat (such as chronic atrial fibrillation). Treating heart failure may help maintain your ability to walk and exercise and may improve the strength of your heart. Treating an irregular heartbeat can also improve your ability to exercise. Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. This reduces strain on the heart and helps it maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat.

Dilt-Xr

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,722
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.5
Peer Average Days Supply998
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 175.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,191.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.30

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

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Diltiazem 24hr Er

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 42.6
Days Supply 1,277
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,231
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $490.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.02

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

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 64.4
Days Supply 1,931
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,891
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 46.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $746.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.02

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

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Diltiazem 24hr Er (Xr)

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,018
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $320.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.72

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

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Diltiazem Hcl

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 270
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.7
Peer Average Days Supply687
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $141.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.25

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

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Doxazosin Mesylate

Generic Formulation: Doxazosin MesylateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,641
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $107.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.84

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

Clinical Summary

A prazosin-related compound that is a selective alpha-1-adrenergic blocker.

Therapeutic Applications

Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Doxazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Doxazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 284
30-Day Fills 355.0
Days Supply 10,602
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims61.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,150
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 365.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $208,416.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$733.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$912.24

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

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. 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.

Entresto

Generic Formulation: Sacubitril/ValsartanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 76
30-Day Fills 94.0
Days Supply 2,777
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,736
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 49.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $61,905.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$814.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,109.68

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. This product contains 2 medications: sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril belongs to a class of drugs called neprilysin inhibitors and valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). They work by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood to your body.

Eplerenone

Generic Formulation: EplerenoneSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 25.2
Days Supply 716
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,368
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $906.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$123.16

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

Clinical Summary

A spironolactone derivative and selective ALDOSTERONE RECEPTOR antagonist that is used in the management of HYPERTENSION and CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE, post-MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure. It works by blocking a chemical (aldosterone) in your body which in turn lowers the amount of sodium and water the body retains. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. It is also used to treat congestive heart failure following a heart attack.

Ezetimibe

Generic Formulation: EzetimibeSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 120
30-Day Fills 160.5
Days Supply 4,794
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills84.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,530
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 263.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,883.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.08

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

Clinical Summary

An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.0
Peer Average Days Supply368
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $483.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.06

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

Clinical Summary

A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion.

Therapeutic Applications

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Farxiga

Generic Formulation: Dapagliflozin PropanediolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,110
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,329
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21,011.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$583.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$961.28

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Fenofibrate

Generic Formulation: FenofibrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,162
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $532.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.19

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

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Flecainide Acetate

Generic Formulation: Flecainide AcetateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 342
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills121.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,631
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $178.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.48

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

Clinical Summary

A potent anti-arrhythmia agent, effective in a wide range of ventricular and atrial ARRHYTHMIAS and TACHYCARDIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. It is also used to prevent certain types of irregular heartbeat from returning (such as atrial fibrillation). Flecainide is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with their doctor or pharmacist, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments.

Fludrocortisone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Fludrocortisone AcetateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.8
Peer Average Days Supply817
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $188.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.84

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

Therapeutic Applications

Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body. It is used along with other medications (such as hydrocortisone) to treat low glucocorticoid levels caused by disease of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency, salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome). Glucocorticoids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal. They are also needed to break down carbohydrates in your diet.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 261
30-Day Fills 438.0
Days Supply 12,949
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,592
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 321.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $954.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.66

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

Clinical Summary

A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 69.1
Days Supply 2,030
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,473
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 126.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $755.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.53

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

Therapeutic Applications

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 658
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills162.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,868
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $92.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.03

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

Clinical Summary

A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Irbesartan

Generic Formulation: IrbesartanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,411
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $150.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.42

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

Clinical Summary

A spiro compound, biphenyl and tetrazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION, and in the treatment of kidney disease.

Therapeutic Applications

Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Irbesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Isosorbide Dinitrate

Generic Formulation: Isosorbide DinitrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 370
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.8
Peer Average Days Supply767
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $551.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$139.11

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

Clinical Summary

A vasodilator used in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS. Its actions are similar to NITROGLYCERIN but with a slower onset of action.

Therapeutic Applications

Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in these situations. Consult your doctor for more details.

Isosorbide Mononitrate Er

Generic Formulation: Isosorbide MononitrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 146
30-Day Fills 196.0
Days Supply 5,847
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,249
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 342.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,275.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.02

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

Therapeutic Applications

Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 58
30-Day Fills 89.0
Days Supply 2,664
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,818
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 81.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $55,796.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$962.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,025.36

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

Therapeutic Applications

Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 440
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims126.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills302.8
Peer Average Days Supply9,007
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $72.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.66

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

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 283
30-Day Fills 494.5
Days Supply 14,775
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims112.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills280.9
Peer Average Days Supply8,396
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 152.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,960.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.93

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.24

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

Clinical Summary

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. 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.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 370
30-Day Fills 588.0
Days Supply 17,539
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills259.5
Peer Average Days Supply7,759
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 262.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,353.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.52

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

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 519
30-Day Fills 882.2
Days Supply 26,344
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills207.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,205
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 510.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,962.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.88

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 334
30-Day Fills 439.1
Days Supply 12,874
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills118.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,523
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 554.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,875.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.45

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Midodrine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Midodrine HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 61.0
Days Supply 1,764
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.7
Peer Average Days Supply717
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 157.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,649.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$94.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.89

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. This condition is also known as orthostatic hypotension. Midodrine is used in people whose daily activities are severely affected by this condition, even after other treatments are used (such as support stockings). It is known as a sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) that acts on the blood vessels to raise blood pressure.

Nitroglycerin

Generic Formulation: NitroglycerinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 71
30-Day Fills 79.5
Days Supply 1,164
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.5
Peer Average Days Supply531
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 184.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,135.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.44

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

Clinical Summary

A volatile vasodilator which relieves ANGINA PECTORIS by stimulating GUANYLATE CYCLASE and lowering cytosolic calcium. It is also sometimes used for TOCOLYSIS and explosives.

Therapeutic Applications

Nitroglycerin ointment is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This drug works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be used just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in these situations. Consult your doctor for more details.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 70.0
Days Supply 2,051
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills99.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,956
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $350.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.81

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

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 262
30-Day Fills 376.5
Days Supply 11,041
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills114.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,364
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 367.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,162.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.36

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

Clinical Summary

A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics.

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 106.8
Days Supply 3,197
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills116.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,470
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 52.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $775.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.77

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

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Prevalite

Generic Formulation: Cholestyramine/AspartameSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.4
Peer Average Days Supply369
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,784.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$148.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$97.75

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

Therapeutic Applications

Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to 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. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Ranolazine Er

Generic Formulation: RanolazineSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 42.4
Days Supply 1,273
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,296
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,670.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$150.40

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

Clinical Summary

An acetanilide and piperazine derivative that functions as a SODIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and prevents the release of enzymes during MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA. It is used in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina). It decreases how often you may get chest pain and may help to increase your ability to exercise. Ranolazine works differently than other drugs for angina, so it can be used with your other angina medications (including nitrates, calcium channel blockers such as amlodipine, beta blockers such as metoprolol). It is thought to work by improving how well the heart uses oxygen so that it can do more work with less oxygen.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 396
30-Day Fills 656.4
Days Supply 19,601
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills163.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,892
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 538.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,359.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.67

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

Clinical Summary

A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Sotalol

Generic Formulation: Sotalol HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 45.4
Days Supply 1,361
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills78.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,344
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $465.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.72

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. It is also used to treat certain fast/irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation/flutter) in patients with severe symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath. Sotalol helps to lessen these symptoms. It slows the heart rate and helps the heart to beat more normally and regularly. This medication is both a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 222
30-Day Fills 389.7
Days Supply 11,520
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,470
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 516.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,194.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.29

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

Clinical Summary

A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic).

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,678
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $157.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.94

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

Therapeutic Applications

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Telmisartan

Generic Formulation: TelmisartanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,897
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $451.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.27

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

Clinical Summary

A biphenyl compound and benzimidazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Telmisartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Torsemide

Generic Formulation: TorsemideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 146
30-Day Fills 211.1
Days Supply 6,171
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,941
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 329.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,563.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.22

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

Clinical Summary

A pyridine and sulfonamide derivative that acts as a sodium-potassium chloride symporter inhibitor (loop diuretic). It is used for the treatment of EDEMA associated with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE; CHRONIC RENAL INSUFFICIENCY; and LIVER DISEASES. It is also used for the management of HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Torsemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Valsartan

Generic Formulation: ValsartanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,230
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,817
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $248.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.40

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

Clinical Summary

A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

Verapamil Er

Generic Formulation: Verapamil HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 449
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,174
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $121.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.78

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

Therapeutic Applications

Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate.

Warfarin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Warfarin SodiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 116
30-Day Fills 217.0
Days Supply 6,511
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,943
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 152.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $921.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.34

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

Clinical Summary

An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 109
30-Day Fills 150.0
Days Supply 4,500
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,801
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 240.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $84,548.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$775.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$976.44

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

Clinical Summary

A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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