DR. WAYNE W BEAM JR. MD
Prescription History 1073548921
Family Medicine in Chillicothe, OH
What does Dr. Beam prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Beam wrote 12,187 Medicare prescriptions for 171 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 590 prescriptions for 139 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. Beam prescribes.
Medications 171 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 Ohio prescribers.
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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 590 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (224). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $9.54 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 368 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $5.77 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 348 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (117). Medicare paid $7.49 per fill, versus $8.81 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 342 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $14.20 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 314 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $5.34 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 292 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $11.28 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 287 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (173). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $9.60 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 242 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $5.46 per fill, versus $8.69 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 242 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $7.25 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 238 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $13.02 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 237 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $13.28 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 224 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $16.22 per fill, versus $13.87 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 215 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $13.13 per fill, versus $20.26 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 209 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $10.69 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 205 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $3.96 per fill, versus $4.55 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
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).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 178 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $8.77 per fill, versus $10.49 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 178 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.21 per fill, versus $8.76 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 177 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $2.51 per fill, versus $3.46 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 176 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $7.21 per fill, versus $10.34 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 173 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $22.15 per fill, versus $23.49 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 169 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.99 per fill, versus $7.46 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 anxiety.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 166 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $2.84 per fill, versus $6.44 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 164 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $5.05 per fill, versus $8.34 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 155 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,217.57 per fill, versus $1,233.75 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 153 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $6.29 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 147 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $1,002.53 per fill, versus $991.08 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 142 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $987.29 per fill, versus $1,253.97 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 142 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $10.35 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 139 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.81 per fill, versus $11.31 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 134 prescriptions for Januvia, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $787.81 per fill, versus $890.76 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 133 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $5.65 per fill, versus $6.67 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 131 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $39.78 per fill, versus $33.91 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 128 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $13.77 per fill, versus $15.79 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
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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 125 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $28.76 per fill, versus $26.98 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 124 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $8.74 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
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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 119 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $15.31 per fill, versus $13.17 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 117 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.74 per fill, versus $6.13 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 113 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $19.41 per fill, versus $41.67 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 108 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.35 per fill, versus $8.44 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 104 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1.68 per fill, versus $4.02 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 104 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $672.02 per fill, versus $905.70 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 95 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $3.00 per fill, versus $7.12 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
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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 93 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $876.02 per fill, versus $838.29 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 88 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $14.71 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 86 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.46 per fill, versus $13.37 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 81 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.37 per fill, versus $8.06 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 80 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $2.80 per fill, versus $3.48 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 depression.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 78 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $3.53 per fill, versus $6.54 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 74 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.53 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 74 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.89 per fill, versus $6.65 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
Pravastatin 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 73 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.41 per fill, versus $11.73 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 71 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.68 per fill, versus $7.38 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 70 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.75 per fill, versus $22.68 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 68 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $11.86 per fill, versus $9.44 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, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 65 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $20.83 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 64 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $15.19 per fill, versus $8.13 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 62 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.41 per fill, versus $13.23 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 62 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $19.11 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 61 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $28.93 per fill, versus $20.63 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 61 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.42 per fill, versus $23.66 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 60 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 59 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.94 per fill, versus $4.95 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 54 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.20 per fill, versus $16.63 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 sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 54 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2.85 per fill, versus $12.21 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 used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 54 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.51 per fill, versus $34.03 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 54 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $8.70 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 53 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $449.48 per fill, versus $913.81 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 52 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.67 per fill, versus $6.44 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 52 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.92 per fill, versus $12.43 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 50 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 85% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $3.58 per fill, versus $5.21 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 49 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 85% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $769.34 per fill, versus $846.96 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 anxiety.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 47 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.03 per fill, versus $14.52 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 47 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $11.06 per fill, versus $24.08 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 45 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $29.55 per fill, versus $28.44 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 43 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.03 per fill, versus $6.27 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 41 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $6.66 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
Sitagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 41 prescriptions for Janumet Xr, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $877.40 per fill, versus $803.73 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 40 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $11.55 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 40 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 67% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $5.88 per fill, versus $17.41 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
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 39 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $70.38 per fill, versus $67.37 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 38 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 77% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $11.84 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 37 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.39 per fill, versus $14.84 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 36 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $7.49 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, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 34 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.31 per fill, versus $12.42 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 34 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 74% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $36.50 per fill, versus $30.69 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 34 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 82% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $42.89 per fill, versus $45.82 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 33 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 66% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $11.32 per fill, versus $16.66 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 30 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.10 per fill, versus $14.26 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 30 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.61 per fill, versus $13.52 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 29 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $15.56 per fill, versus $13.92 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 29 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $30.86 per fill, versus $19.58 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 27 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 60% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $2.76 per fill, versus $2.25 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 27 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.81 per fill, versus $15.49 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 relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 27 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 82% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $12.36 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 26 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $19.63 per fill, versus $18.64 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 26 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 78% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.27 per fill, versus $11.97 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 26 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,279.26 per fill, versus $626.75 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 26 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $12.70 per fill, versus $8.53 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 25 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 78% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $3.40 per fill, versus $6.81 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 25 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $14.33 per fill, versus $10.97 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 25 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 60% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,099.36 per fill, versus $1,225.65 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 24 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.06 per fill, versus $8.72 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 24 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.48 per fill, versus $27.51 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 24 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 32% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $51.12 per fill, versus $20.65 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 combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 24 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $119.10 per fill, versus $75.30 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 23 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 70% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $14.77 per fill, versus $30.07 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 23 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $12.58 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 22 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $23.18 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 22 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.13 per fill, versus $11.71 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 22 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $21.78 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 21 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $25.61 per fill, versus $12.62 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 hormone.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 21 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $52.76 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 21 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 77% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $51.92 per fill, versus $134.79 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 21 prescriptions for Ramipril, about as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $9.56 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
Glycopyrrolate is used with other drugs to treat a certain type of stomach/intestinal ulcer (peptic ulcer).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 20 prescriptions for Glycopyrrolate, about 85% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $19.40 per fill, versus $46.70 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
Finerenone is used by people with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease to lower the risk of dialysis, death from heart disease, heart attacks, and the need to go to the hospital for heart failure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 20 prescriptions for Kerendia, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $876.74 per fill, versus $912.38 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 20 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 83% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $10.63 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 19 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 61% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $167.14 per fill, versus $355.27 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 prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 19 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 60% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $400.42 per fill, versus $509.66 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 19 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $47.69 per fill, versus $38.10 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 19 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 69% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.40 per fill, versus $6.45 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 alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 19 prescriptions for Primidone, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $28.03 per fill, versus $21.12 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 depression.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 71% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $39.17 per fill, versus $20.02 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 18 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.92 per fill, versus $54.68 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 18 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 85% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $21.12 per fill, versus $42.57 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 18 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 68% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1,008.33 per fill, versus $1,107.12 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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 17 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 77% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $28.35 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 17 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $39.99 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
This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 17 prescriptions for Ketorolac Tromethamine, about 21% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $19.29 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 17 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $16.55 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 16 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $44.94 per fill, versus $53.18 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
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 16 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 22% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $30.25 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 16 prescriptions for Etodolac, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $28.73 per fill, versus $30.88 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $32.80 per fill, versus $13.64 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 16 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 33% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $235.79 per fill, versus $121.60 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.70 per fill, versus $16.21 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 15 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 31% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $34.49 per fill, versus $75.04 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 15 prescriptions for Betamethasone Diprop Augmented, about 40% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $20.61 per fill, versus $23.15 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 15 prescriptions for Phenobarbital, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.20 per fill, versus $24.64 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 15 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 39% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $60.60 per fill, versus $97.06 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 combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 15 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $43.96 per fill, versus $5.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 15 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 72% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $55.66 per fill, versus $87.50 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 35% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $646.87 per fill, versus $777.83 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1.18 per fill, versus $6.54 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 78% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $111.59 per fill, versus $204.17 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $782.37 per fill, versus $742.86 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
Lovastatin 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 Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.32 per fill, versus $8.64 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.08 per fill, versus $14.03 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $42.66 per fill, versus $41.89 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 an overactive bladder.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 14 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 69% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $45.75 per fill, versus $85.62 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 in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 13 prescriptions for Dutasteride, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $20.39 per fill, versus $30.89 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 13 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.81 per fill, versus $19.19 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 34% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $26.85 per fill, versus $23.89 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxycontin, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $437.71 per fill, versus $709.78 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 13 prescriptions for Vascepa, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $280.81 per fill, versus $477.78 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 12 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 36% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.32 per fill, versus $7.45 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 12 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $26.90 per fill, versus $21.17 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 12 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 39% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $29.80 per fill, versus $26.36 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 12 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 38% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $256.94 per fill, versus $212.66 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $29.72 per fill, versus $16.50 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 help prevent migraine.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Ajovy Syringe, about 66% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $720.41 per fill, versus $849.53 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 wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 34% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $6.69 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 hormone (estrogen).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Dotti, about 77% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $61.93 per fill, versus $75.14 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 38% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $18.59 per fill, versus $19.54 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $63.44 per fill, versus $92.87 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
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $10.61 per fill, versus $49.62 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 24% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $445.97 per fill, versus $579.73 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $14.31 per fill, versus $13.41 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 20% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $14.03 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
This medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Testosterone, about half as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $44.41 per fill, versus $196.63 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Ohio prescribers
Dr. Beam wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 30% as often as the typical Ohio prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $26.52 per fill, versus $25.02 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. Beam’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Beam prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Beam's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (590), Lisinopril (368) and Losartan Potassium (348).
How does Dr. Beam's prescribing compare with other Ohio prescribers?
Of the 171 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Beam prescribes 70 more often than the typical Ohio prescriber, 37 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Beam 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 Ohio 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.
