DR. ALEX ORTEGA MD
Prescription History 1083877708
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Stamford, CT
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. ALEX ORTEGA MD, an active Pulmonary Disease specialist practicing in Stamford, CT. Our medical registry currently tracks 11 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 377 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, which accounts for 121 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 CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 121 | 130.7 | 3,675 | $28.88▼ below CT avg | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CT average for this medication. 130.7 30-Day Fills 3,675 Days Supply About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. | |||||
| Breo ElliptaFluticasone/Vilanterol | 65 | 141.0 | 4,230 | $919.49 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 141.0 30-Day Fills 4,230 Days Supply About Breo Ellipta: 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). Show more ▾ This inhaler contains 2 medications: fluticasone and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Vilanterol belongs to a class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (like vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. | |||||
| Trelegy ElliptaFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter | 41 | 93.0 | 2,790 | $1,546.51 | ▼ Below Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 93.0 30-Day Fills 2,790 Days Supply About Trelegy Ellipta: 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). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. | |||||
| Ventolin HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 40 | 40.0 | 1,137 | $59.23▼ below CT avg | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CT average for this medication. 40.0 30-Day Fills 1,137 Days Supply About Ventolin Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. | |||||
| Incruse ElliptaUmeclidinium Bromide | 31 | 51.0 | 1,530 | $629.95 | ≈ Typical Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51.0 30-Day Fills 1,530 Days Supply About Incruse Ellipta: Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If wheezing or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. | |||||
| Spiriva RespimatTiotropium Bromide | 16 | 34.0 | 1,020 | $1,103.30 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34.0 30-Day Fills 1,020 Days Supply About Spiriva Respimat: Tiotropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Tiotropium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. If wheezing or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A scopolamine derivative and CHOLINERGIC ANTAGONIST that functions as a BRONCHODILATOR AGENT. It is used in the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. | |||||
| Montelukast Sodium | 15 | 45.0 | 1,350 | $9.76▼ below CT avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CT average for this medication. 45.0 30-Day Fills 1,350 Days Supply About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. | |||||
| Prednisone | 13 | 17.0 | 250 | $4.35▼ below CT avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CT average for this medication. 17.0 30-Day Fills 250 Days Supply About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. | |||||
| Fluticasone-SalmeterolFluticasone Propion/Salmeterol | 12 | 30.0 | 900 | $567.61 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30.0 30-Day Fills 900 Days Supply About Fluticasone-Salmeterol: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as salmeterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. | |||||
| Wixela InhubFluticasone Propion/Salmeterol | 12 | 18.0 | 540 | $384.00 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 18.0 30-Day Fills 540 Days Supply About Wixela Inhub: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as salmeterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. | |||||
| Spiriva HandihalerTiotropium Bromide | 11 | 33.0 | 990 | $1,655.78 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CT prescriber Averages are among CT prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CT average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33.0 30-Day Fills 990 Days Supply About Spiriva Handihaler: Tiotropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Tiotropium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. If wheezing or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A scopolamine derivative and CHOLINERGIC ANTAGONIST that functions as a BRONCHODILATOR AGENT. It is used in the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. | |||||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. ALEX ORTEGA MD 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 Pulmonary Disease prescribing approach at this Stamford, CT 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 CT prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
