SCOTT RUSSELL DO
Prescription History 1073581237
Internal Medicine in Bermuda Dunes, CA
What does Dr. Russell prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Russell wrote 13,248 Medicare prescriptions for 175 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 713 prescriptions for 215 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. Russell prescribes.
Medications 175 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 713 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $10.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 688 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 6.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $12.27 per fill, versus $15.64 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 601 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 4.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $5.82 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 481 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $12.19 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 468 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 3.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $10.58 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 425 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.23 per fill, versus $15.02 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 332 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 4.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $17.04 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 322 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $7.66 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 297 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $23.41 per fill, versus $15.63 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 277 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $13.09 per fill, versus $14.23 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 257 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 4.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.02 per fill, versus $13.71 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 230 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.68 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 217 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 4.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.27 per fill, versus $15.10 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 209 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $9.26 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 198 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 3.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $24.34 per fill, versus $28.70 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 181 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $6.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 176 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $9.45 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 174 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $9.93 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 170 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $16.19 per fill, versus $21.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 168 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 3.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $4.40 per fill, versus $6.24 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 166 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 3.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.22 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 156 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,255.61 per fill, versus $923.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 145 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $3.20 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 137 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1.79 per fill, versus $5.37 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 135 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $21.46 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 132 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,097.80 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 128 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.56 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 120 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $23.13 per fill, versus $25.68 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 120 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.65 per fill, versus $7.82 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 118 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 2.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $13.87 per fill, versus $6.71 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 115 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $7.21 per fill, versus $8.98 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 111 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $4.08 per fill, versus $6.02 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 110 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $21.85 per fill, versus $29.89 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 109 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $11.76 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 105 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.86 per fill, versus $4.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 100 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.79 per fill, versus $9.99 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 97 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.53 per fill, versus $10.71 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 96 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $10.77 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 94 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.14 per fill, versus $11.14 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 93 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 3.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $13.53 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 87 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $43.17 per fill, versus $24.00 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 84 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 84 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $20.25 per fill, versus $12.53 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 80 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $19.53 per fill, versus $12.66 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 76 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 75 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.15 per fill, versus $15.75 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 70 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.84 per fill, versus $9.03 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 69 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $11.85 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 68 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.09 per fill, versus $12.24 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 66 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $6.32 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 66 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $23.48 per fill, versus $24.72 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 66 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,122.70 per fill, versus $952.66 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 64 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.18 per fill, versus $9.24 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 64 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.00 per fill, versus $6.84 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 63 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.15 per fill, versus $4.49 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 anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 63 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $2.97 per fill, versus $6.52 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 62 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.03 per fill, versus $10.38 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 62 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $15.42 per fill, versus $13.99 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 60 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.23 per fill, versus $4.15 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 to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 60 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $23.60 per fill, versus $24.98 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 58 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $18.27 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 58 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $42.70 per fill, versus $107.23 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 56 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.37 per fill, versus $10.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 54 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,112.20 per fill, versus $1,191.18 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 54 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $43.87 per fill, versus $74.43 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 52 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 50 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $20.34 per fill, versus $19.69 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 46 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.58 per fill, versus $23.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 44 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $190.35 per fill, versus $155.85 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 43 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.54 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 43 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $66.86 per fill, versus $54.90 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 43 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.65 per fill, versus $9.76 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 42 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $18.49 per fill, versus $38.14 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 42 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.01 per fill, versus $13.21 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 42 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $759.50 per fill, versus $801.62 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 42 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $31.56 per fill, versus $23.92 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 41 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $8.89 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 41 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $39.72 per fill, versus $26.00 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 41 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $160.87 per fill, versus $186.48 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
Fenofibrate 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 40 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $38.86 per fill, versus $26.18 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 39 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $34.90 per fill, versus $15.64 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 38 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $32.16 per fill, versus $32.58 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 38 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $828.88 per fill, versus $698.68 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 38 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $39.30 per fill, versus $35.75 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 37 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.00 per fill, versus $6.25 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 36 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,240.31 per fill, versus $933.82 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 35 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $8.24 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 34 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $35.11 per fill, versus $18.90 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 33 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $17.98 per fill, versus $29.84 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 33 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $13.25 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
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 33 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $11.24 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 32 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $994.00 per fill, versus $834.40 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 32 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.70 per fill, versus $28.57 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 31 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $9.65 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 31 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.06 per fill, versus $14.01 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 31 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $31.88 per fill, versus $19.05 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 31 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $3.78 per fill, versus $38.41 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 30 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.40 per fill, versus $14.75 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 30 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.84 per fill, versus $7.62 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 30 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.72 per fill, versus $56.87 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 30 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 19% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $4.85 per fill, versus $12.02 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 30 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.96 per fill, versus $14.67 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 28 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $7.01 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 27 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.33 per fill, versus $22.98 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 26 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $157.15 per fill, versus $110.37 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 26 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.53 per fill, versus $10.05 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 24 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $20.84 per fill, versus $19.83 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 24 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.08 per fill, versus $9.70 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 24 prescriptions for Ramipril, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $10.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 23 prescriptions for Cholestyramine Light, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $98.09 per fill, versus $87.61 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 23 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.41 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 23 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.80 per fill, versus $18.88 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
This medication is a combination of insulin glargine and lixisenatide and is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 23 prescriptions for Soliqua 100-33, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $978.71 per fill, versus $985.84 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
Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 22 prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.97 per fill, versus $8.02 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 21 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $54.51 per fill, versus $32.74 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $36.12 per fill, versus $64.61 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 21 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 85% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.11 per fill, versus $13.40 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 21 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $553.82 per fill, versus $627.60 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 20 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $30.08 per fill, versus $32.27 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 treat diarrhea.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 20 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.62 per fill, versus $17.06 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
Fenofibrate 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 20 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $64.75 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 20 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $15.53 per fill, versus $31.19 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 20 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.61 per fill, versus $5.64 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 20 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.53 per fill, versus $11.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 19 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $10.93 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 19 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $38.28 per fill, versus $16.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 19 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $22.08 per fill, versus $58.68 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 19 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $19.45 per fill, versus $37.76 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 18 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $9.18 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 18 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.68 per fill, versus $11.17 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.20 per fill, versus $20.54 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 18 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $26.95 per fill, versus $20.69 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 18 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $14.73 per fill, versus $25.25 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
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 17 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $35.17 per fill, versus $15.76 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 17 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $23.49 per fill, versus $15.44 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 17 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,312.60 per fill, versus $914.82 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $37.69 per fill, versus $14.35 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 17 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1,218.55 per fill, versus $1,230.75 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 16 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $29.55 per fill, versus $16.38 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 bacterial infections (such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis) of the eye.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 16 prescriptions for Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.00 per fill, versus $10.46 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 15 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $554.72 per fill, versus $491.19 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 15 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $288.42 per fill, versus $135.73 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 15 prescriptions for Januvia, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,573.06 per fill, versus $915.30 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
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 15 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $73.87 per fill, versus $43.51 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 medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $16.05 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 14 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $27.90 per fill, versus $14.34 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
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 14 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about 21% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $25.54 per fill, versus $20.79 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 14 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $21.26 per fill, versus $13.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 14 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $94.02 per fill, versus $66.35 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 14 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $852.42 per fill, versus $597.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $874.68 per fill, versus $440.07 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Breyna, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $181.46 per fill, versus $216.66 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $6.79 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $19.54 per fill, versus $24.07 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.86 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $19.65 per fill, versus $24.98 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $17.72 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 13 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $26.05 per fill, versus $31.36 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $40.75 per fill, versus $17.05 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $43.02 per fill, versus $31.37 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
Rabeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Rabeprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $18.21 per fill, versus $35.72 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $4.62 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $240.97 per fill, versus $301.30 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Tiadylt Er, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $28.89 per fill, versus $28.27 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $842.92 per fill, versus $963.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 12 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $59.45 per fill, versus $72.60 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $132.13 per fill, versus $30.86 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $267.72 per fill, versus $202.22 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
Galantamine is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Galantamine Hbr, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $25.28 per fill, versus $76.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyurea, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $20.27 per fill, versus $28.53 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 attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $25.50 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $37.04 per fill, versus $28.64 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 certain mental/mood disorder (pseudobulbar affect).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Nuedexta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $1,501.17 per fill, versus $1,196.07 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $20.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 California prescribers
Dr. Russell wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $42.82 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. Russell’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Russell prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Russell's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (713), Rosuvastatin Calcium (688) and Amlodipine Besylate (601).
How does Dr. Russell's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 175 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Russell prescribes 77 more often than the typical California prescriber, 32 about as often and 66 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Russell 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 California 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.