RAKESH BABOO MD, MBBS
Prescription History 1083190839
Internal Medicine in Stockton, CA
What does Dr. Baboo prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Baboo wrote 4,872 Medicare prescriptions for 94 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 445 prescriptions for 132 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. Baboo prescribes.
Medications 94 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. Baboo wrote 445 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $10.82 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
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. Baboo wrote 231 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $10.41 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 223 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $6.07 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 205 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $11.11 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 203 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $14.59 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 147 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.37 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 139 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $7.87 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 128 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $13.95 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
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. Baboo wrote 118 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $27.22 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
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. Baboo wrote 100 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $33.06 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 99 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $10.61 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 96 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.24 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
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. Baboo wrote 91 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.29 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
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. Baboo wrote 84 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $6.78 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 84 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $19.98 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 83 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.90 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
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. Baboo wrote 80 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $27.55 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
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. Baboo wrote 79 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,048.59 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 77 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.84 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
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. Baboo wrote 75 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.65 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 75 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $25.38 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
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. Baboo wrote 72 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.49 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 70 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $4.39 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
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. Baboo wrote 66 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.40 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 65 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.90 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 62 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $15.90 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
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. Baboo wrote 53 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.05 per fill, versus $17.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 51 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $46.24 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 48 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $33.76 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 variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 47 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $43.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 47 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $17.16 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 46 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 74% 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 43 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.34 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 40 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.44 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 40 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.55 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
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. Baboo wrote 39 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.66 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
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. Baboo wrote 39 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,193.52 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
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. Baboo wrote 38 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $15.46 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 depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 37 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.64 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. Baboo wrote 35 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.24 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
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. Baboo wrote 33 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.77 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
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. Baboo wrote 31 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $19.95 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 31 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.06 per fill, versus $13.85 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 30 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.98 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 29 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.57 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 29 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.92 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 29 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.16 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 29 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.25 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
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. Baboo wrote 28 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $839.81 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
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. Baboo wrote 27 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $128.66 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 26 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.45 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.
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. Baboo wrote 26 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,033.45 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 26 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.40 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 25 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $74.99 per fill, versus $98.50 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 24 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $2.17 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 24 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $19.00 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $11.52 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 24 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $16.36 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 23 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.23 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 wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 23 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.63 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 23 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.13 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
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. Baboo wrote 23 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.44 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 22 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $20.90 per fill, versus $37.33 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 22 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.72 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 22 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.50 per fill, versus $13.46 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 21 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2.13 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
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. Baboo wrote 21 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $616.46 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 19 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 34% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.68 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 18 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.14 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 18 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $40.36 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
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Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 17 prescriptions for Linzess, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $669.97 per fill, versus $699.60 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 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. Baboo wrote 17 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $305.54 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
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. Baboo wrote 16 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $92.87 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 16 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.07 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 15 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.01 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
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 15 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $20.13 per fill, versus $20.23 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. Baboo wrote 15 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $54.66 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 14 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.34 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 14 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $20.60 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
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. Baboo wrote 14 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $24.73 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 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. Baboo wrote 14 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $26.86 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.67 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 13 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.69 per fill, versus $16.17 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 product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 13 prescriptions for Entresto, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $706.12 per fill, versus $1,043.51 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
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. Baboo wrote 12 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $271.77 per fill, versus $331.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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. Baboo wrote 12 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $203.12 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 12 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 24% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.74 per fill, versus $21.18 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
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. Baboo wrote 12 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,010.03 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
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. Baboo wrote 12 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1.27 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 12 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.49 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.58 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 12% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $19.46 per fill, versus $38.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 11 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1.64 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Baboo wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.22 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.
Questions about Dr. Baboo’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Baboo prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Baboo's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (445), Losartan Potassium (231) and Amlodipine Besylate (223).
How does Dr. Baboo's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 94 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Baboo prescribes 25 more often than the typical California prescriber, 19 about as often and 50 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Baboo 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.
