DR. JOSEPH CLAIR KLINK M.D.
Prescription History 1073715744
Urology in Fort Myers, FL
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. JOSEPH CLAIR KLINK M.D., an active Urology specialist practicing in Fort Myers, FL. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 362 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 138 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Claims | 30-Day Fills | Days Supply | Cost / Claim | Utilization vs FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 138 | 363.0 | 10,857 | $17.80 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 363.0 30-Day Fills 10,857 Days Supply About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. | |||||
| MyrbetriqMirabegron | 43 | 65.0 | 1,950 | $702.58 | ≈ Typical Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 65.0 30-Day Fills 1,950 Days Supply About Myrbetriq: This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Show more ▾ Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity. | |||||
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-MacroNitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst | 38 | 47.8 | 1,121 | $25.87 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 47.8 30-Day Fills 1,121 Days Supply About Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro: This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). | |||||
| Finasteride | 34 | 100.0 | 3,000 | $16.99 | ▼ Below Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 100.0 30-Day Fills 3,000 Days Supply About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. | |||||
| GemtesaVibegron | 25 | 37.0 | 1,038 | $700.76 | ▼ Below Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37.0 30-Day Fills 1,038 Days Supply About Gemtesa: This medication is used to treat overactive bladder. Show more ▾ Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine that causes a sudden urge to urinate. The urge may be hard to control, and overactive bladder symptoms may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Vibegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder. | |||||
| OrgovyxRelugolix | 24 | 24.0 | 720 | $2,637.06 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24.0 30-Day Fills 720 Days Supply About Orgovyx: Relugolix is used to treat prostate cancer in men. Show more ▾ It is not a cure. Most types of prostate cancer need the male hormone testosterone to grow and spread. Relugolix works by reducing the amount of testosterone that the body makes. This helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. | |||||
| Potassium Citrate ErPotassium Citrate | 19 | 25.0 | 750 | $157.35 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 25.0 30-Day Fills 750 Days Supply About Potassium Citrate Er: This medication is used to make the urine less acidic. Show more ▾ This effect helps the kidneys get rid of uric acid, thereby helping to prevent gout and kidney stones. This medication can also prevent and treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease. Citric acid and citrate salts (which contain potassium and sodium) belong to a class of drugs known as urinary alkalinizers. If you have a condition that requires you to limit your intake of potassium and sodium, your doctor may direct you to take a product that is lower in potassium and sodium. A powder that dissolves in water, which is administered orally, and is used as a diuretic, expectorant, systemic alkalizer, and electrolyte replenisher. | |||||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 17 | 17.0 | 45 | $5.48▼ below FL avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average This provider's average cost per claim is below the FL average for this medication. 17.0 30-Day Fills 45 Days Supply About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. | |||||
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 13 | 13.0 | 84 | $11.32 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13.0 30-Day Fills 84 Days Supply About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. | |||||
| Alfuzosin Hcl ErAlfuzosin Hcl | 11 | 23.0 | 690 | $54.94 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average FL prescriber Averages are among FL prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the FL average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23.0 30-Day Fills 690 Days Supply About Alfuzosin Hcl Er: Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. | |||||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. JOSEPH CLAIR KLINK M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Urology prescribing approach at this Fort Myers, FL practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among FL prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.