DR. CHRISTOPHER C GLASER MD
Prescription History 1053311621
Surgery in Owensboro, KY

NPI Status: Active since July 26, 2005

Contact Information

2801 NEW HARTFORD RD
OWENSBORO, KY
ZIP 42303
Phone: (270) 683-3720
Fax: (270) 686-7331

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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. CHRISTOPHER C GLASER MD, an active Surgery specialist practicing in Owensboro, KY. Our medical registry currently tracks 8 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 284 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamoxifen Citrate, which accounts for 111 claims alone.


Anastrozole

Generic Formulation: AnastrozoleSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills151.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,493
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $552.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.38

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 nitrile and triazole derivative that acts as a selective nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of ESTROGEN NUCLEAR RECEPTOR-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Therapeutic Applications

Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause. Some breast cancers are made to grow faster by a natural hormone called estrogen. Anastrozole decreases the amount of estrogen the body makes and helps to slow or reverse the growth of these breast cancers.

Letrozole

Generic Formulation: LetrozoleSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills112.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,371
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $186.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.32

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 triazole and benzonitrile derivative that is a selective non-steroidal aromatase inhibitor, similar to ANASTROZOLE. It is used in the treatment of metastatic or locally advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause. Letrozole is also used to help prevent the cancer from returning. Some breast cancers are made to grow faster by a natural hormone called estrogen. Letrozole decreases the amount of estrogen the body makes and helps to slow or reverse the growth of these breast cancers.

Minocycline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Minocycline HclSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 181
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.9
Peer Average Days Supply914
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $345.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.38

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 TETRACYCLINE analog, having a 7-dimethylamino and lacking the 5 methyl and hydroxyl groups, which is effective against tetracycline-resistant STAPHYLOCOCCUS infections.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat acne or rosacea. Minocycline belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. However, it is not used to treat skin infections. It helps decrease pimples and red bumps that happen with acne or rosacea.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims126.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills259.0
Peer Average Days Supply7,703
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $112.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.21

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 54
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,527
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $42.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.90

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 semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 801
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims103.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills198.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,880
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $63.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.67

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

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).

Pentoxifylline

Generic Formulation: PentoxifyllineSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,342
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.4
Peer Average Days Supply770
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 73.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $640.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.94

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 METHYLXANTHINE derivative that inhibits phosphodiesterase and affects blood rheology. It improves blood flow by increasing erythrocyte and leukocyte flexibility. It also inhibits platelet aggregation. Pentoxifylline modulates immunologic activity by stimulating cytokine production.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs/arms (intermittent claudication due to occlusive artery disease). Pentoxifylline can decrease the muscle aching/pain/cramps during exercise, including walking, that occur with intermittent claudication. Pentoxifylline belongs to a class of drugs known as hemorrheologic agents. It works by helping blood flow more easily through narrowed arteries. This increases the amount of oxygen that can be delivered by the blood when the muscles need more (such as during exercise) thereby increasing walking distance and duration.

Tamoxifen Citrate

Generic Formulation: Tamoxifen CitrateSpecialty: General Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 111
30-Day Fills 234.5
Days Supply 7,016
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills81.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,434
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 192.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,713.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.70

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 SELECTIVE ESTROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATORS with tissue-specific activities. Tamoxifen acts as an anti-estrogen (inhibiting agent) in the mammary tissue, but as an estrogen (stimulating agent) in cholesterol metabolism, bone density, and cell proliferation in the ENDOMETRIUM.

Therapeutic Applications

Tamoxifen is used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to reduce the chances of breast cancer in high-risk patients. This medication can block the growth of breast cancer. It works by interfering with the effects of estrogen in the breast tissue.

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. CHRISTOPHER C GLASER MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Owensboro, KY.

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 **Surgery** 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.