DR. SAMUEL FRITZ BREMMER M.D.
Prescription History 1053553321
Dermatology in Portland, OR
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. SAMUEL FRITZ BREMMER M.D., an active Dermatology specialist practicing in Portland, OR. Our medical registry currently tracks 11 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 626 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Cephalexin, which accounts for 313 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other OR PrescribersVs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 313 | $4.29▼ below OR avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 313 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 12 times the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $4.29 per fill, versus $9.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 313 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,809 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 64 | $9.29▼ below OR avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Doxycycline Monohydrate: This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. Show more ▾ It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor. A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE. In 2023, this provider wrote 64 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $9.29 per fill, versus $25.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 64 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 494 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mupirocin | 52 | $8.74▼ below OR avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Mupirocin: Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). Show more ▾ It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria. A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing. In 2023, this provider wrote 52 Medicare prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $8.74 per fill, versus $10.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 53.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,102 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 44 | $10.32▼ below OR avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Show more ▾ Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling. An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $10.32 per fill, versus $11.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,250 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 40 | $12.82▼ below OR avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Doxycycline Hyclate: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $12.82 per fill, versus $31.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 387 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrocortisone | 29 | $13.26▼ below OR avg | ≈ Typical |
About Hydrocortisone: Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. Show more ▾ This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal. The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about the same volume as the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $13.26 per fill, versus $25.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 742 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 24 | $3.78▼ below OR avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about a third of the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $3.78 per fill, versus $21.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 51 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clobetasol Propionate | 19 | $61.31 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clobetasol Propionate: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid. A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about half the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $61.31 per fill, versus $57.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 466 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clindamycin Hcl | 17 | $3.65▼ below OR avg | ≈ Typical |
About Clindamycin Hcl: Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about 89% of the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $3.65 per fill, versus $11.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 98 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ketoconazole | 13 | $19.59▼ below OR avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ketoconazole: This medication is used to control dandruff. Show more ▾ Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about a third of the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $19.59 per fill, versus $25.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 300 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim | 11 | $2.93▼ below OR avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim: This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Show more ▾ It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half the volume of the typical Oregon prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $2.93 per fill, versus $6.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OR prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OR average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 88 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. SAMUEL FRITZ BREMMER M.D. 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 Dermatology prescribing approach at this Portland, OR 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 OR prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
