DANIEL J ALPERT MD
Prescription History 1063412708
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in New York, NY
What does Dr. Alpert prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Alpert wrote 2,724 Medicare prescriptions for 48 medications. The most prescribed was Pantoprazole Sodium, with 762 prescriptions for 199 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Alpert prescribes.
Medications 48 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other New York prescribers.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 762 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 11 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 292 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 4.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $10.19 per fill, versus $13.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 193 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $6.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 150 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $8.09 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sodium picosulfate/magnesium oxide/citric acid solution is used to clean out the intestines before surgery or certain procedures (such as colonoscopy, X-rays).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 98 prescriptions for Clenpiq, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $170.52 per fill, versus $170.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 90 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $14.47 per fill, versus $14.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 88 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $6.07 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 81 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $11.30 per fill, versus $11.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 80 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.54 per fill, versus $11.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 75 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $284.60 per fill, versus $209.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 71 prescriptions for Linzess, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $590.21 per fill, versus $683.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 50 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $9.18 per fill, versus $10.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 44 prescriptions for Mesalamine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $423.65 per fill, versus $521.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 41 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $10.14 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 35 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $18.56 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 33 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $12.42 per fill, versus $12.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 30 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $27.88 per fill, versus $17.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 28 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $7.32 per fill, versus $6.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 26 prescriptions for Gavilyte-G, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $14.21 per fill, versus $14.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 26 prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $134.53 per fill, versus $145.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 26 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $31.61 per fill, versus $14.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 25 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.68 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 22 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $5.11 per fill, versus $4.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 21 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $10.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 21 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $15.37 per fill, versus $9.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 20 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.74 per fill, versus $8.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 18 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $25.11 per fill, versus $33.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel condition (Crohn's disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 18 prescriptions for Budesonide Dr, about 85% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $81.63 per fill, versus $122.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 18 prescriptions for Sucraid, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $13,821.06 per fill, versus $13,110.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 16 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 19% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $865.70 per fill, versus $874.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $12.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 15 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $22.47 per fill, versus $16.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 15 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 13% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $9.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 14 prescriptions for Creon, about 29% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3,986.06 per fill, versus $1,560.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 14 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $918.45 per fill, versus $1,284.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 14 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 14% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $17.43 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 13 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $60.24 per fill, versus $67.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 12 prescriptions for Azathioprine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $68.45 per fill, versus $45.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 12 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $27.37 per fill, versus $36.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat chronic constipation.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 12 prescriptions for Motegrity, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $826.60 per fill, versus $711.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 12 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $471.49 per fill, versus $690.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.80 per fill, versus $13.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 19% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.73 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $43.04 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $43.53 per fill, versus $58.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rabeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Rabeprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.40 per fill, versus $41.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Toprol Xl, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $37.62 per fill, versus $89.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vonoprazan is used to treat certain throat (esophagus) problems (erosive esophagitis, heartburn).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Alpert wrote 11 prescriptions for Voquezna, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $841.48 per fill, versus $730.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Alpert’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Alpert prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Alpert's most prescribed medications were Pantoprazole Sodium (762), Famotidine (292) and Amlodipine Besylate (193).
How does Dr. Alpert's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 48 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Alpert prescribes 9 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 5 about as often and 34 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Alpert prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the New York prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
