DR. JOSEPH KIRK SHEPPARD D.O.
Prescription History 1083901821
Family Medicine in Neosho, MO
What does Dr. Sheppard prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Sheppard wrote 200 Medicare prescriptions for 11 medications. The most prescribed was Boostrix Tdap (diphth,pertuss(acell),tet vac), with 44 prescriptions for 44 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. Sheppard prescribes.
Medications 11 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 Missouri prescribers.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 44 prescriptions for Boostrix Tdap, about half as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $66.82 per fill, versus $60.50 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 25 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 22% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $15.91 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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 25 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 21% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $3.31 per fill, versus $12.55 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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 17 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 8% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (225). Medicare paid $1.25 per fill, versus $8.36 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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 16% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $2.24 per fill, versus $3.84 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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 14 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 7% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $11.54 per fill, versus $8.86 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 14 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 22% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $768.91 per fill, versus $1,244.31 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
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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 12 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 15% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $25.87 per fill, versus $25.65 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 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).
Compared with Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 12 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 36% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $403.75 per fill, versus $491.90 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
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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 12 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 9% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $3.63 per fill, versus $10.73 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 Missouri prescribers
Dr. Sheppard wrote 11 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 7% as often as the typical Missouri prescriber of it (164). Medicare paid $1.08 per fill, versus $5.31 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. Sheppard’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Sheppard prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Sheppard's most prescribed medications were Boostrix Tdap (44), Gabapentin (25) and Omeprazole (25).
How does Dr. Sheppard's prescribing compare with other Missouri prescribers?
Of the 11 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Sheppard prescribes 11 less often than the typical Missouri prescriber. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Sheppard 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 Missouri 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.
