AMY NELSON FNP-C
Prescription History 1083178743
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Lake Stevens, WA
What does Amy Nelson prescribe?
In 2024, Amy Nelson wrote 732 Medicare prescriptions for 32 medications. The most prescribed was Oxycodone Hcl, with 112 prescriptions for 43 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 Amy Nelson prescribes.
Medications 32 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 Washington prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 112 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $17.30 per fill, versus $14.22 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
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 Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 62 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $321.06 per fill, versus $994.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 41 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $62.43 per fill, versus $136.88 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 32 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 31% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $15.48 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 31 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $23.17 per fill, versus $20.62 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 28 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 79% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $24.56 per fill, versus $26.03 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 28 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 74% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $21.20 per fill, versus $21.27 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 26 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 29% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $18.10 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 25 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $24.69 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 25 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 64% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $367.67 per fill, versus $1,017.77 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 23 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $40.22 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
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 19 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 40% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $204.84 per fill, versus $127.54 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 66% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $14.57 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 18 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 17% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $13.93 per fill, versus $7.92 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
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 Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 18 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 11% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (166). Medicare paid $21.56 per fill, versus $11.43 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 17 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.53 per fill, versus $8.40 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 16 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 89% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $27.53 per fill, versus $22.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 16 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.86 per fill, versus $11.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 15 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.17 per fill, versus $9.43 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 15 prescriptions for Dilantin, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $124.35 per fill, versus $169.87 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 severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 15 prescriptions for Methadone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.60 per fill, versus $20.72 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 15 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 31% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.79 per fill, versus $14.19 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 14 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 32% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.43 per fill, versus $8.03 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 anxiety.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 12 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $52.82 per fill, versus $17.37 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 40% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.90 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 12 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $26.34 per fill, versus $9.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $29.08 per fill, versus $12.85 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
Adalimumab is used to reduce pain and swelling due to certain types of arthritis (such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic, ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Humira Pen, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $7,818.93 per fill, versus $7,882.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.34 per fill, versus $161.60 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 28% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $45.89 per fill, versus $30.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 22% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.04 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Amy Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $14.87 per fill, versus $10.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Amy Nelson’s prescriptions
What does Amy Nelson prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Amy Nelson's most prescribed medications were Oxycodone Hcl (112), Eliquis (62) and Lantus Solostar (41).
How does Amy Nelson's prescribing compare with other Washington prescribers?
Of the 32 medications with a state comparison, Amy Nelson prescribes 1 more often than the typical Washington prescriber, 6 about as often and 25 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Amy Nelson 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 Washington 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.
