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DR. MICAH CHAN D.M.D., M.S.
Prescription History 1083083323
Dentist - Periodontics in Richfield, MN

NPI Status: Active since September 16, 2015

Contact Information

6601 LYNDALE AVE S
RICHFIELD, MN
ZIP 55423
Phone: (612) 243-9357

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. MICAH CHAN D.M.D., M.S., an active Periodontics specialist practicing in Richfield, MN. Our medical registry currently tracks 6 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 331 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Chlorhexidine Gluconate, which accounts for 119 claims alone.

Medication Index

Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Dentist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 51
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.1
Peer Average Days Supply320
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $67.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.06

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

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Dentist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 92
30-Day Fills 92.0
Days Supply 594
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.7
Peer Average Days Supply210
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 178.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $302.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.77

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate

Generic Formulation: Chlorhexidine GluconateSpecialty: Dentist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 119
30-Day Fills 119.0
Days Supply 1,837
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.6
Peer Average Days Supply726
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 197.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $715.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.76

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums. Chlorhexidine belongs to a class of drugs known as antimicrobials. It works by decreasing the amount of bacteria in the mouth, helping to reduce swelling and redness of the gums and bleeding when you brush.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Dentist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 74
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.6
Peer Average Days Supply126
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $153.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

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

Clinical Summary

An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Dentist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 98
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.9
Peer Average Days Supply735
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $130.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.73

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

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Dentist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 315
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.3
Peer Average Days Supply587
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 80.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $224.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.85

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

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. MICAH CHAN D.M.D., M.S. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Richfield, MN.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Periodontics** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.