TUNAY KURU MD
Prescription History 1063411221
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Washington, DC


Quality Rating: 76.55 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since July 20, 2005

Contact Information

3800 RESERVOIR RD NW
WASHINGTON, DC
ZIP 20007
Phone: (202) 444-8830

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for TUNAY KURU MD, an active Critical Care Medicine specialist practicing in Washington, DC. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 206 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Opsumit, which accounts for 45 claims alone.


Adcirca

Generic Formulation: TadalafilSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.0
Peer Average Days Supply558
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $83,933.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6,994.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4,704.62

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

Clinical Summary

A carboline derivative and PHOSPHODIESTERASE 5 INHIBITOR that is used primarily to treat ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION; BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA and PRIMARY PULMONARY HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Tadalafil is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension). It works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels in your lungs which allows the blood to flow more easily. Decreasing high blood pressure in the lungs allows your heart and lungs to work better and improves your ability to exercise.

Albuterol Sulfate Hfa

Generic Formulation: Albuterol SulfateSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 16.6
Days Supply 458
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,552
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $341.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.83

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

Clinical Summary

A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol.

Therapeutic Applications

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 446
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.0
Peer Average Days Supply871
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $54.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.44

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

Clinical Summary

A 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. 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).

Ambrisentan

Generic Formulation: AmbrisentanSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 510
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,010
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $62,779.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,487.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4,339.99

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

Therapeutic Applications

Ambrisentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension). This condition is thought to be caused by increased levels of a certain natural substance (endothelin-1). This medication blocks the effects of endothelin-1, thereby helping to decrease the blood pressure in the lungs, slow the worsening of symptoms, and improve your ability to exercise.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,774
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $186.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.87

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Opsumit

Generic Formulation: MacitentanSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,129
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $545,076.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12,112.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11,782.67

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

Therapeutic Applications

Macitentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension). This condition is thought to be caused by increased levels of a certain natural substance (endothelin-1). This medication blocks the effects of endothelin-1, which helps decrease the blood pressure in the lungs, and reduces the risk of worsening of symptoms and hospital stays due to the disease.

Sildenafil Citrate

Generic Formulation: Sildenafil CitrateSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 29.3
Days Supply 880
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.0
Peer Average Days Supply788
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $17,350.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$754.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$225.85

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

Clinical Summary

A PHOSPHODIESTERASE TYPE-5 INHIBITOR; VASODILATOR AGENT and UROLOGICAL AGENT that is used in the treatment of ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION and PRIMARY PULMONARY HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Sildenafil is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension). It works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels in your lungs which allows the blood to flow more easily. Decreasing high blood pressure in the lungs allows your heart and lungs to work better and improves your ability to exercise. This medication is not recommended for use in children. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with the doctor.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,092
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $258.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.92

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Tracleer

Generic Formulation: BosentanSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims12.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills12.0
Peer Average Days Supply360
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $155,521.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11,963.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12,666.81

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

Clinical Summary

A sulfonamide and pyrimidine derivative that acts as a dual endothelin receptor antagonist used to manage PULMONARY HYPERTENSION and SYSTEMIC SCLEROSIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Bosentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension). This condition is thought to be caused by increased levels of a certain natural substance (endothelin-1). This medication blocks the effects of endothelin-1, thereby helping to decrease the blood pressure in the lungs, slow the worsening of symptoms from the disease, and improve your ability to exercise.

Uptravi

Generic Formulation: SelexipagSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 1,040
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,723
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $466,516.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13,329.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20,938.80

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

Therapeutic Applications

Selexipag is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension-PAH). It is used to help slow down worsening of PAH and to decrease the chance of needing treatment in a hospital. Selexipag works by making it easier for blood to flow through the arteries in your lungs. This effect helps increase your ability to exercise.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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