RICHARD ZEKMAN DO
Prescription History 1043426521
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Royal Oak, MI
What does Dr. Zekman prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Zekman wrote 2,532 Medicare prescriptions for 56 medications. The most prescribed was Letrozole, with 333 prescriptions for 78 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Zekman prescribes.
Medications 56 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Michigan prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 333 prescriptions for Letrozole, about 6.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $31.02 per fill, versus $40.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 165 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $684.54 per fill, versus $945.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 153 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $11.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 143 prescriptions for Hydroxyurea, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $30.64 per fill, versus $30.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 135 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 4.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $13.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 124 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.31 per fill, versus $17.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 99 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.78 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lenalidomide is used to treat various types of cancers.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 88 prescriptions for Lenalidomide, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $12,675.27 per fill, versus $14,037.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 83 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $598.03 per fill, versus $1,006.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 70 prescriptions for Exemestane, about 2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $203.90 per fill, versus $206.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 62 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.86 per fill, versus $23.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 54 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $21.46 per fill, versus $38.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 54 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 61% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $5.74 per fill, versus $14.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 53 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $9.93 per fill, versus $14.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia-CLL, small lymphocytic lymphoma-SLL, acute myeloid leukemia-AML).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 50 prescriptions for Venclexta, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7,799.49 per fill, versus $8,228.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 48 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $19.95 per fill, versus $8.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains 2 amide-type local anesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 46 prescriptions for Lidocaine-Prilocaine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.31 per fill, versus $17.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 41 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.35 per fill, versus $5.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat low platelet levels in people who have a certain blood disorder called chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP) or who have chronic hepatitis C.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 40 prescriptions for Promacta, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $17,683.26 per fill, versus $14,098.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 39 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 78% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.40 per fill, versus $20.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lenalidomide is used to treat various types of cancers.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 39 prescriptions for Revlimid, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18,399.38 per fill, versus $17,721.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 36 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.46 per fill, versus $8.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 34 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.53 per fill, versus $4.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 30 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $11.34 per fill, versus $14.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 30 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $2.95 per fill, versus $5.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat lung cancer.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 24 prescriptions for Tagrisso, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17,106.03 per fill, versus $16,355.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat prostate cancer.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 22 prescriptions for Abiraterone Acetate, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $4,079.59 per fill, versus $1,824.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 22 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.40 per fill, versus $12.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat diarrhea.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 22 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $25.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 21 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 32% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.50 per fill, versus $4.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used by people with chronic liver disease and a certain blood disorder (low platelet count) who are scheduled to have a medical or dental procedure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 21 prescriptions for Doptelet, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $13,511.32 per fill, versus $10,923.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $25.54 per fill, versus $39.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting from certain causes (for example, after surgery or cancer treatment).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 18 prescriptions for Prochlorperazine Maleate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $18.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 17 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 13% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $4.35 per fill, versus $7.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 17 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1.67 per fill, versus $5.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 17 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $19.96 per fill, versus $22.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin disorder (dermatitis herpetiformis).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 16 prescriptions for Dapsone, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $48.45 per fill, versus $80.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 16 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 31% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.68 per fill, versus $16.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Palbociclib is used to treat a certain type of breast cancer.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 16 prescriptions for Ibrance, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15,518.25 per fill, versus $15,513.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 16 prescriptions for Imatinib Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $535.59 per fill, versus $890.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 15 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 42% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $3.95 per fill, versus $6.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 14 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 19% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $2.23 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.44 per fill, versus $16.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain cancers (such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma, Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 14 prescriptions for Imbruvica, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15,905.87 per fill, versus $15,685.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 14 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.43 per fill, versus $5.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain cancers (mantle cell lymphoma, marginal zone lymphoma, Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, small lymphocytic lymphoma, follicular lymphoma).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Brukinsa, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14,012.61 per fill, versus $13,202.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat low levels (deficiency) of this vitamin.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Cyanocobalamin Injection, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $3.56 per fill, versus $7.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about 41% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $77.12 per fill, versus $105.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $18.51 per fill, versus $13.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 19% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $16.00 per fill, versus $16.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 27% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $11.80 per fill, versus $22.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 12 prescriptions for Xtandi, about 27% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13,077.78 per fill, versus $12,814.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 11 prescriptions for Betamethasone Dipropionate, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $27.02 per fill, versus $44.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 11 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.98 per fill, versus $6.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain cancers (such as stomach, colon/rectum).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 11 prescriptions for Lonsurf, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $11,398.16 per fill, versus $11,711.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Zekman wrote 11 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $53.24 per fill, versus $47.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Zekman’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Zekman prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Zekman's most prescribed medications were Letrozole (333), Eliquis (165) and Dexamethasone (153).
How does Dr. Zekman's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 56 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Zekman prescribes 17 more often than the typical Michigan prescriber, 8 about as often and 31 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Zekman prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Michigan prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
