LANCE THOMPSON PA
Prescription History 1053540468
Physician Assistant in Du Bois, PA

Name: Medicare Part D prescriptions by Lance Thompson (NPI 1053540468), 2023
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635 MAPLE AVE, DU BOIS, PA 15801(814) 375-6379(814) 375-9320 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: December 19, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 19, 2025, Jun 25, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

Medicare Part D Prescription History

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for LANCE THOMPSON PA, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Du Bois, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 75 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 7,283 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Quetiapine Fumarate, which accounts for 471 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.

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7,283

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9,643

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Quetiapine Fumarate

Most Prescribed · 471 claims

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75 medications · 2023 Medicare Part D

Medicare Part D medications prescribed by LANCE THOMPSON PA in 2023, with prescription volumes, average cost per fill, and PA state comparisons
Medication	Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023)	Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill	Vs. Other PA PrescribersVs. PA Avg
Quetiapine Fumarate	471	$26.38▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 471 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 7.1 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (66). Medicare paid an average of $26.38 per fill, versus $28.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 471 PA average 66.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $26.38 PA average $28.22 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 687 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 20,257 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clonazepam	409	$9.28	▲ More than typical
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 409 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 7.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $9.28 per fill, versus $8.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 409 PA average 56.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.28 PA average $8.58 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 457 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,548 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Trazodone Hcl	384	$12.81	▲ More than typical
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 384 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $12.81 per fill, versus $11.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 384 PA average 64.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.81 PA average $11.62 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 540 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,983 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl	301	$17.91▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 301 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 7.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $17.91 per fill, versus $26.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 301 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.91 PA average $26.38 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 451.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,961 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Sertraline Hcl	284	$14.76	▲ More than typical
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 284 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 3.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (79). Medicare paid an average of $14.76 per fill, versus $10.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 284 PA average 79.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.76 PA average $10.96 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 378.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,122 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Duloxetine Hcl	275	$32.13▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 275 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 4.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $32.13 per fill, versus $43.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 275 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $32.13 PA average $43.43 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 468 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,941 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lorazepam	263	$9.83	▲ More than typical
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 263 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 4.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $9.83 per fill, versus $7.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 263 PA average 63.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.83 PA average $7.71 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 273 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,928 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Buspirone Hcl	262	$25.65	▲ More than typical
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 262 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 5.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $25.65 per fill, versus $17.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 262 PA average 49.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $25.65 PA average $17.07 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 373 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,107 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Escitalopram Oxalate	248	$12.63▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 248 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 3.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $12.63 per fill, versus $17.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 248 PA average 64.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.63 PA average $17.79 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 354 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,447 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Gabapentin	239	$16.48▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 239 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (97). Medicare paid an average of $16.48 per fill, versus $21.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 239 PA average 97.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.48 PA average $21.72 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 266 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,931 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Aripiprazole	210	$57.14▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Aripiprazole: Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur. A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 210 Medicare prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 4.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $57.14 per fill, versus $116.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 210 PA average 50.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $57.14 PA average $116.17 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 294 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,759 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl	208	$31.23▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 208 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 5.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $31.23 per fill, versus $44.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 208 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $31.23 PA average $44.39 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 358 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,714 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Alprazolam	189	$10.70▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 189 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (67). Medicare paid an average of $10.70 per fill, versus $10.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 189 PA average 67.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.70 PA average $10.93 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 203 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,048 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clozapine	176	$69.79▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Clozapine: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). Clozapine is a psychiatric medication (anti-psychotic type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Clozapine decreases hallucinations and helps prevent suicide in people who are likely to try to harm themselves. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 176 Medicare prescriptions for Clozapine, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (74). Medicare paid an average of $69.79 per fill, versus $80.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 176 PA average 74.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $69.79 PA average $80.82 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 185 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lamotrigine	172	$16.77	▲ More than typical
About Lamotrigine: Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections). A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 172 Medicare prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $16.77 per fill, versus $15.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 172 PA average 53.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.77 PA average $15.99 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 281.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,326 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluoxetine Hcl	162	$14.88	▲ More than typical
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 162 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 3.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $14.88 per fill, versus $14.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 162 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.88 PA average $14.42 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 251.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,459 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl	156	$21.62▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 156 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $21.62 per fill, versus $30.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 156 PA average 31.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.62 PA average $30.65 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 214 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,109 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydroxyzine Hcl	143	$26.41	▲ More than typical
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 143 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 4.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $26.41 per fill, versus $19.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 143 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $26.41 PA average $19.71 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 155 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,559 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Mirtazapine	130	$15.63▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Mirtazapine: Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 130 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $15.63 per fill, versus $20.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 130 PA average 54.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.63 PA average $20.50 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 194.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,786 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Divalproex Sodium ErDivalproex Sodium	129	$110.25	▲ More than typical
About Divalproex Sodium Er: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 129 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $110.25 per fill, versus $82.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 129 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $110.25 PA average $82.21 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 147 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,284 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Olanzapine	125	$42.29	▲ More than typical
About Olanzapine: Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section. A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy. In 2023, this provider wrote 125 Medicare prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $42.29 per fill, versus $29.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 125 PA average 55.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $42.29 PA average $29.72 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 171.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,032 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Risperidone	121	$15.59	▲ More than typical
About Risperidone: Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 121 Medicare prescriptions for Risperidone, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $15.59 per fill, versus $13.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 121 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.59 PA average $13.92 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 197 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,770 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Benztropine Mesylate	112	$19.17	▲ More than typical
About Benztropine Mesylate: Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol). Show more ▾ Benztropine belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. Benztropine should not be used by children younger than 3 years. A centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE. Benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine. In 2023, this provider wrote 112 Medicare prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (57). Medicare paid an average of $19.17 per fill, versus $11.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 112 PA average 57.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $19.17 PA average $11.94 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 154 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,529 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ziprasidone Hcl	103	$71.36▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Ziprasidone Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Ziprasidone belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 103 Medicare prescriptions for Ziprasidone Hcl, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $71.36 per fill, versus $82.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 103 PA average 32.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $71.36 PA average $82.74 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 147 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Haloperidol	91	$35.60	▲ More than typical
About Haloperidol: Haloperidol is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). Show more ▾ This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also help prevent suicide in people who are likely to harm themselves. It also reduces aggression and the desire to hurt others. It can decrease negative thoughts and hallucinations. Haloperidol can also be used to treat uncontrolled movements and outbursts of words/sounds related to Tourette's syndrome. Haloperidol is also used for severe behavior problems in hyperactive children when other treatments or medications have not worked. Haloperidol is a psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). A phenyl-piperidinyl-butyrophenone that is used primarily to treat SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOSES. It is also used in schizoaffective disorder, DELUSIONAL DISORDERS, ballism, and TOURETTE SYNDROME (a drug of choice) and occasionally as adjunctive therapy in INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY and the chorea of HUNTINGTON DISEASE. It is a potent antiemetic and is used in the treatment of intractable HICCUPS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p279) In 2023, this provider wrote 91 Medicare prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $35.60 per fill, versus $33.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 91 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $35.60 PA average $33.12 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 93 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,715 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydroxyzine Pamoate	89	$11.10▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Hydroxyzine Pamoate: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative. In 2023, this provider wrote 89 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $11.10 per fill, versus $12.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 89 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.10 PA average $12.50 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 110 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,087 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Prazosin Hcl	89	$19.48▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Prazosin Hcl: Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Prazosin belongs to a class of medications called alpha blockers. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. A selective adrenergic alpha-1 antagonist used in the treatment of HEART FAILURE; HYPERTENSION; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; RAYNAUD DISEASE; PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY; and URINARY RETENTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 89 Medicare prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $19.48 per fill, versus $27.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 89 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $19.48 PA average $27.41 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 113 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,332 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lithium Carbonate ErLithium Carbonate	88	$18.93	▲ More than typical
About Lithium Carbonate Er: This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors. A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems. In 2023, this provider wrote 88 Medicare prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate Er, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $18.93 per fill, versus $16.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 88 PA average 28.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $18.93 PA average $16.65 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 94 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,802 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Invega SustennaPaliperidone Palmitate	86	$2,841.90	▲ More than typical
About Invega Sustenna: Paliperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This long-acting form of paliperidone is used only after you have received treatment with either the monthly injectable form of this drug for at least 4 months, or the every-3-month injectable form for at least 3 months. A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 86 Medicare prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $2,841.90 per fill, versus $2,781.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 86 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $2,841.90 PA average $2,781.99 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 86 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,326 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Dextroamphetamine-AmphetamineDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine	75	$34.62▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $34.62 per fill, versus $38.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 75 PA average 31.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.62 PA average $38.86 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 77 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,310 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Propranolol Hcl	73	$15.32▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Propranolol Hcl: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 73 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $15.32 per fill, versus $24.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 73 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.32 PA average $24.87 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 89 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,665 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
VraylarCariprazine Hcl	71	$1,418.99	▲ More than typical
About Vraylar: Cariprazine is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, bipolar depression, schizophrenia). Show more ▾ Cariprazine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. In 2023, this provider wrote 71 Medicare prescriptions for Vraylar, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $1,418.99 per fill, versus $1,371.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 71 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,418.99 PA average $1,371.41 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 71 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,114 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide	70	$9.64	▲ More than typical
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 70 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $9.64 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 70 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.64 PA average $8.10 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 114 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Quetiapine Fumarate ErQuetiapine Fumarate	67	$78.79▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Quetiapine Fumarate Er: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 67 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate Er, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $78.79 per fill, versus $144.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 67 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $78.79 PA average $144.10 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 99 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,970 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lithium Carbonate	63	$14.36	▲ More than typical
About Lithium Carbonate: This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors. A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems. In 2023, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $14.36 per fill, versus $8.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 63 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.36 PA average $8.55 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 83 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,416 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Methylphenidate Hcl	61	$35.55	▲ More than typical
About Methylphenidate Hcl: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 61 Medicare prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about 2.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $35.55 per fill, versus $34.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 61 PA average 21.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $35.55 PA average $34.60 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 61 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,830 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Perphenazine	61	$82.69	▲ More than typical
About Perphenazine: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, manic phase of bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder). Show more ▾ This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can reduce aggressive behavior and the desire to hurt yourself/others. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (such as hearing/seeing things that are not there). Perphenazine is a psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (such as dopamine) in the brain. An antipsychotic phenothiazine derivative with actions and uses similar to those of CHLORPROMAZINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 61 Medicare prescriptions for Perphenazine, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $82.69 per fill, versus $64.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 61 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $82.69 PA average $64.87 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 75 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,214 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Topiramate	57	$9.33▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss. In 2023, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $9.33 per fill, versus $17.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 57 PA average 37.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.33 PA average $17.80 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,822 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ropinirole Hcl	55	$10.25▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $10.25 per fill, versus $18.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 55 PA average 31.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.25 PA average $18.25 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 55.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,602 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Zolpidem Tartrate	55	$5.42▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $5.42 per fill, versus $7.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 55 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $5.42 PA average $7.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Divalproex Sodium	43	$43.77	≈ Typical
About Divalproex Sodium: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 84% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $43.77 per fill, versus $43.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 43 PA average 51.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $43.77 PA average $43.23 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 59 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,731 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
TrintellixVortioxetine Hydrobromide	40	$579.30	▲ More than typical
About Trintellix: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Vortioxetine is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and serotonin receptor modulator. This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. A piperazine derivative that acts as a serotonin reuptake inhibitor, as a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist, and 5-HT1A receptor agonist. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Trintellix, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $579.30 per fill, versus $527.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 40 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $579.30 PA average $527.07 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,500 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Vilazodone Hcl	39	$94.47▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Vilazodone Hcl: Vilazodone is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and partial serotonin receptor agonist. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. A benzofuran, indole, and piperazine derivative that functions as a SEROTONIN UPTAKE INHIBITOR and partial SEROTONIN 5-HT1 RECEPTOR AGONIST. It is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Vilazodone Hcl, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $94.47 per fill, versus $163.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 39 PA average 16.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $94.47 PA average $163.22 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,592 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Oxcarbazepine	39	$73.02	▲ More than typical
About Oxcarbazepine: Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy). Show more ▾ A carbamazepine derivative that acts as a voltage-gated sodium channel blocker. It is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES with or without secondary generalization. It is also an inducer of CYTOCHROME P-450 CYP3A4. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $73.02 per fill, versus $55.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 39 PA average 29.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $73.02 PA average $55.35 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 69 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Risperdal ConstaRisperidone Microspheres	36	$1,380.20	▲ More than typical
About Risperdal Consta: Risperidone is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ This medication can help you to think clearly and take part in everyday life. Risperidone belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Risperdal Consta, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $1,380.20 per fill, versus $1,277.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 36 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,380.20 PA average $1,277.40 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 616 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nortriptyline Hcl	36	$9.82▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Nortriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $9.82 per fill, versus $17.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 36 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.82 PA average $17.42 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Diazepam	35	$6.59▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Diazepam: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $6.59 per fill, versus $7.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 35 PA average 27.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.59 PA average $7.75 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,083 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clonidine Hcl	34	$9.97▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $9.97 per fill, versus $10.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 34 PA average 28.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.97 PA average $10.17 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,862 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Paliperidone ErPaliperidone	33	$558.81	▲ More than typical
About Paliperidone Er: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder). Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Paliperidone Er, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $558.81 per fill, versus $391.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 33 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $558.81 PA average $391.20 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,408 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lurasidone Hcl	32	$790.32	– No State Data
In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl. Medicare paid an average of $790.32 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $790.32 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Temazepam	31	$25.32	▲ More than typical
About Temazepam: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Temazepam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A benzodiazepine that acts as a GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID modulator and anti-anxiety agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $25.32 per fill, versus $15.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 31 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $25.32 PA average $15.49 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,048 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Chlorpromazine Hcl	30	$308.38▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Chlorpromazine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, manic phase of bipolar disorder, severe behavioral problems in children). Show more ▾ Chlorpromazine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can reduce aggressive behavior and the desire to hurt yourself/others. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). Chlorpromazine is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called phenothiazine antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Chlorpromazine is also used to control nausea/vomiting, relieve prolonged hiccups, relieve restlessness/anxiety before surgery, and help treat tetanus. The prototypical phenothiazine antipsychotic drug. Like the other drugs in this class chlorpromazine's antipsychotic actions are thought to be due to long-term adaptation by the brain to blocking DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. Chlorpromazine has several other actions and therapeutic uses, including as an antiemetic and in the treatment of intractable hiccup. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Chlorpromazine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $308.38 per fill, versus $373.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 30 PA average 29.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $308.38 PA average $373.51 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,182 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
RexultiBrexpiprazole	29	$1,827.76	≈ Typical
About Rexulti: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression). Show more ▾ Brexpiprazole helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). In addition, this medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Brexpiprazole is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Rexulti, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $1,827.76 per fill, versus $1,392.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 29 PA average 25.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,827.76 PA average $1,392.59 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amitriptyline Hcl	29	$23.89	≈ Typical
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $23.89 per fill, versus $22.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 29 PA average 26.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $23.89 PA average $22.94 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,308 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Donepezil Hcl	27	$10.53▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $10.53 per fill, versus $16.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 27 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.53 PA average $16.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 909 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Doxepin Hcl	26	$50.08▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Doxepin Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $50.08 per fill, versus $51.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 26 PA average 27.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $50.08 PA average $51.41 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 816 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Eszopiclone	24	$26.72▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Eszopiclone: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Eszopiclone belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A pyridine, pyrazine, and piperazine derivative that is used as a HYPNOTIC AND SEDATIVE in the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $26.72 per fill, versus $41.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 24 PA average 17.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $26.72 PA average $41.88 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 696 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Naltrexone Hcl	23	$62.81	≈ Typical
About Naltrexone Hcl: This medication is used to prevent people who have been addicted to certain drugs (opiates) from taking them again. Show more ▾ It is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). This medication must not be used in people currently taking opiates, including methadone. Doing so can cause sudden withdrawal symptoms. Naltrexone belongs to a class of drugs known as opiate antagonists. It works in the brain to prevent opiate effects (such as feelings of well-being, pain relief). It also decreases the desire to take opiates. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. This medication is also used to treat alcohol abuse. It can help people drink less alcohol or stop drinking altogether. It also decreases the desire to drink alcohol when used with a treatment program that includes counseling, support, and lifestyle changes. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Naltrexone Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $62.81 per fill, versus $50.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 23 PA average 20.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $62.81 PA average $50.97 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,026 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Methylphenidate ErMethylphenidate Hcl	23	$321.39	▲ More than typical
About Methylphenidate Er: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Methylphenidate Er, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $321.39 per fill, versus $128.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 23 PA average 17.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $321.39 PA average $128.58 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 663 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Atomoxetine Hcl	23	$85.37▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Atomoxetine Hcl: Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, concentrate, stay focused, and stop fidgeting. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A propylamine derivative and selective ADRENERGIC UPTAKE INHIBITOR that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Atomoxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $85.37 per fill, versus $136.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 23 PA average 21.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $85.37 PA average $136.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 664 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Dexmethylphenidate Hcl	20	$17.26▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Dexmethylphenidate Hcl: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Dexmethylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. A methylphenidate derivative, DOPAMINE UPTAKE INHIBITOR and CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANT that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Dexmethylphenidate Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $17.26 per fill, versus $38.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 20 PA average 15.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.26 PA average $38.76 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Dextroamphetamine-Amphet ErDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine	19	$63.05	≈ Typical
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 83% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $63.05 per fill, versus $62.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 23.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $63.05 PA average $62.26 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
CaplytaLumateperone Tosylate	18	$1,633.83	≈ Typical
About Caplyta: Lumateperone is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, episodes of depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ This medication helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Lumateperone belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Caplyta, about 82% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $1,633.83 per fill, versus $1,397.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 18 PA average 22.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,633.83 PA average $1,397.99 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Paroxetine Hcl	18	$14.33	▼ Less than typical
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 60% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $14.33 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 18 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.33 PA average $14.12 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 840 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
VyvanseLisdexamfetamine Dimesylate	17	$359.89▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Vyvanse: Lisdexamfetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, stay focused, and stop fidgeting. Lisdexamfetamine may also be used to treat binge eating disorder (BED). It may help to reduce the number of binge eating days. This medication is a stimulant. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication is not recommended for use for weight loss due to the risk of serious side effects. A dextroamphetamine drug precursor that also functions as a CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANT and DOPAMINE UPTAKE INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Vyvanse, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $359.89 per fill, versus $392.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 18.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $359.89 PA average $392.42 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 499 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Invega TrinzaPaliperidone Palmitate	17	$6,874.85▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Invega Trinza: Paliperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This long-acting form of paliperidone is used only after you have received treatment with either the monthly injectable form of this drug for at least 4 months, or the every-3-month injectable form for at least 3 months. A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Invega Trinza, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $6,874.85 per fill, versus $8,421.46 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 18.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6,874.85 PA average $8,421.46 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 49.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,488 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Memantine Hcl	17	$95.56	▼ Less than typical
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $95.56 per fill, versus $49.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $95.56 PA average $49.13 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 659 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluvoxamine Maleate	16	$68.51	▼ Less than typical
About Fluvoxamine Maleate: Fluvoxamine is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Show more ▾ It helps decrease thoughts that are unwanted or that don't go away (obsessions), and it helps to reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, checking) that interfere with daily living. Fluvoxamine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of DEPRESSION and a variety of ANXIETY DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $68.51 per fill, versus $48.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 27.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $68.51 PA average $48.19 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 720 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
AustedoDeutetrabenazine	16	$12,217.30	▼ Less than typical
About Austedo: Deutetrabenazine is used to decrease involuntary movements (chorea) caused by Huntington's disease. Show more ▾ It is also used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia). However, it is not a cure for the Huntington's disease or tardive dyskinesia. Reducing involuntary movements will help you take part in more of your normal daily activities. This medication is thought to work by decreasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain that affect how your nerves and muscles work (monoamines such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine). In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Austedo, about 70% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $12,217.30 per fill, versus $6,698.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12,217.30 PA average $6,698.75 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 471 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clomipramine Hcl	14	$209.81▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Clomipramine Hcl: Clomipramine is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Show more ▾ It helps decrease thoughts that are unwanted or that don't go away (obsessions), and it helps reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, checking) that interfere with daily living. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin, among others) in the brain. A tricyclic antidepressant similar to IMIPRAMINE that selectively inhibits the uptake of serotonin in the brain. It is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and demethylated in the liver to form its primary active metabolite, desmethylclomipramine. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Clomipramine Hcl, about 70% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $209.81 per fill, versus $251.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 20.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $209.81 PA average $251.42 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Imipramine Hcl	12	$16.43▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Imipramine Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It is also used with other therapies for the treatment of nighttime bed-wetting (enuresis) in children. Using this medication to treat depression may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. Imipramine can help your child control nighttime bed-wetting. Imipramine belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine) in the brain. For bed-wetting, this medication may work by blocking the effect of a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) on the bladder. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Imipramine Hcl, about 67% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $16.43 per fill, versus $20.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 18.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.43 PA average $20.77 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pregabalin	11	$72.94	▼ Less than typical
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures). A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $72.94 per fill, versus $52.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 37.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $72.94 PA average $52.12 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Carbamazepine	11	$75.90	▼ Less than typical
About Carbamazepine: Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity. A dibenzazepine that acts as a sodium channel blocker. It is used as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of grand mal and psychomotor or focal SEIZURES. It may also be used in the management of BIPOLAR DISORDER, and has analgesic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $75.90 per fill, versus $59.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $75.90 PA average $59.44 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 320 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Zaleplon	11	$28.28▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Zaleplon: This medication is used for a short time to treat people who have trouble falling asleep. Show more ▾ If you have other sleep problems such as not being able to sleep through the night, this medication may not be right for you. Zaleplon is known as a hypnotic. It works on certain centers in the brain to relax you and help you fall asleep faster. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Zaleplon, about 61% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $28.28 per fill, versus $28.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 18.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.28 PA average $28.45 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Abilify MaintenaAripiprazole	11	$2,077.64▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Abilify Maintena: Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur. A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Abilify Maintena, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $2,077.64 per fill, versus $2,576.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $2,077.64 PA average $2,576.63 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 308 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023

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About this data. The prescription history for LANCE THOMPSON PA is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Physician Assistant prescribing approach at this Du Bois, PA practice.

Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among PA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.