SALEEMAH WAJEEDAH SMITH PA-C
Prescription History 1063752145
Physician Assistant in Portland, OR


Quality Rating: 81.38 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since February 26, 2013

Contact Information

4400 NE HALSEY ST STE 102
PORTLAND, OR
ZIP 97213
Phone: (503) 962-1000

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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 SALEEMAH WAJEEDAH SMITH PA-C, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Portland, OR. Our medical registry currently tracks 20 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 885 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Carvedilol, which accounts for 123 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 158.3
Days Supply 4,750
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims104.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills256.3
Peer Average Days Supply7,658
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $555.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.47

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 111
30-Day Fills 291.3
Days Supply 8,740
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims157.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills399.4
Peer Average Days Supply11,931
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,537.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.26

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 pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 123
30-Day Fills 272.0
Days Supply 8,131
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills118.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,523
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 141.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,377.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.67

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

Clinical Summary

A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,290
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,556
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $119.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.39

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 ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Digoxin

Generic Formulation: DigoxinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 900
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,512
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $426.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.17

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 cardiotonic glycoside obtained mainly from Digitalis lanata; it consists of three sugars and the aglycone DIGOXIGENIN. Digoxin has positive inotropic and negative chronotropic activity. It is used to control ventricular rate in ATRIAL FIBRILLATION and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. The margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p666)

Therapeutic Applications

Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications. It is also used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat (such as chronic atrial fibrillation). Treating heart failure may help maintain your ability to walk and exercise and may improve the strength of your heart. Treating an irregular heartbeat can also improve your ability to exercise. Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. This reduces strain on the heart and helps it maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 91.0
Days Supply 2,730
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims61.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,150
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $52,674.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$892.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$912.24

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

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Entresto

Generic Formulation: Sacubitril/ValsartanSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,736
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,587.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$767.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,109.68

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

This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. This product contains 2 medications: sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril belongs to a class of drugs called neprilysin inhibitors and valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). They work by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood to your body.

Ezetimibe

Generic Formulation: EzetimibeSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 28.4
Days Supply 852
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills84.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,530
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $530.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.08

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

An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 76.0
Days Supply 2,235
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,592
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $194.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.66

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.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 2,430
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,473
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 50.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $593.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.53

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

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,748
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills162.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,868
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $100.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.03

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 thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 129.0
Days Supply 3,870
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims112.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills280.9
Peer Average Days Supply8,396
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $438.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.24

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

Clinical Summary

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 86.0
Days Supply 2,580
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills259.5
Peer Average Days Supply7,759
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $562.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.52

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

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 133.0
Days Supply 3,990
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills207.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,205
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,216.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.88

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 102.3
Days Supply 3,070
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills118.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,523
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $435.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.45

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Nifedipine Er

Generic Formulation: NifedipineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 159.0
Days Supply 4,755
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,486
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 213.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,264.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$59.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.63

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 potent vasodilator agent with calcium antagonistic action. It is a useful anti-anginal agent that also lowers blood pressure.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may allow you to exercise more and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. Nifedipine belongs to a class of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication must be taken regularly to be effective. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with their doctor or pharmacist, as well as other possibly safer forms of nifedipine (such as the long-acting tablets).

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills114.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,364
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $266.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.36

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 white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 129.0
Days Supply 3,870
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills163.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,892
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,112.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.67

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

Clinical Summary

A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,470
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $164.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.29

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).

Valsartan

Generic Formulation: ValsartanSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 1,020
OR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,817
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $778.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.93

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.40

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 tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

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 SALEEMAH WAJEEDAH SMITH PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Portland, OR.

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 **Physician Assistant** 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.