RONALD OCTAVIUS MONAH JR. M.D.
Prescription History 1093808321
Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA
What does Dr. Monah prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Monah wrote 3,829 Medicare prescriptions for 82 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 319 prescriptions for 75 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. Monah prescribes.
Medications 82 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 Pennsylvania prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 319 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $6.63 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 276 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $12.25 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 175 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $9.24 per fill, versus $12.24 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 164 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.54 per fill, versus $14.77 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 163 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $28.32 per fill, versus $32.33 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 140 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 80% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $9.40 per fill, versus $10.98 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 95 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $8.60 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 95 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $10.36 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 90 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $7.17 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 86 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $7.55 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 83 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $2.69 per fill, versus $4.95 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 81 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $9.83 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 77 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $11.06 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 73 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $17.98 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 67 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $2.81 per fill, versus $5.46 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 65 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.36 per fill, versus $18.41 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 62 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.41 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 62 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $22.09 per fill, versus $22.50 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 61 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $31.77 per fill, versus $27.31 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 61 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $6.98 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 54 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $6.56 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 52 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $7.42 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 48 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.02 per fill, versus $5.49 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 48 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.99 per fill, versus $7.50 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 44 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 68% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.47 per fill, versus $9.50 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 44 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $16.72 per fill, versus $17.08 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 41 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $8.85 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 38 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 36 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $8.43 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 36 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $15.07 per fill, versus $11.29 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $2.10 per fill, versus $4.25 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 36 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $63.60 per fill, versus $61.27 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 36 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $5.45 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 35 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $15.26 per fill, versus $16.44 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 34 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $34.23 per fill, versus $42.44 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 33 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $13.85 per fill, versus $16.32 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 32 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $1,028.25 per fill, versus $796.82 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 32 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $3.97 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 32 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $15.40 per fill, versus $13.79 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 32 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $820.60 per fill, versus $843.01 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 30 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.04 per fill, versus $9.39 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 30 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.74 per fill, versus $8.52 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 30 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 24% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $28.14 per fill, versus $15.71 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 27 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.58 per fill, versus $13.03 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 26 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $29.71 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 26 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $8.42 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 25 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 64% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $26.87 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 25 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $34.23 per fill, versus $26.44 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 22 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $97.99 per fill, versus $113.34 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 22 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.33 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 22 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.18 per fill, versus $14.13 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 21 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 19% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $11.97 per fill, versus $11.18 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 20 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $25.57 per fill, versus $22.03 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 20 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.57 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 19 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $2.97 per fill, versus $7.03 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.99 per fill, versus $14.46 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibu, about 90% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $10.44 per fill, versus $6.20 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 19 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $2.70 per fill, versus $4.09 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
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 18 prescriptions for Endocet, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $41.82 per fill, versus $16.07 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $126.33 per fill, versus $164.89 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 17 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $799.64 per fill, versus $952.57 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 17 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $12.62 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 16 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.54 per fill, versus $8.70 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 16 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 68% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $3.52 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 15 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1.73 per fill, versus $2.87 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 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 15 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $181.38 per fill, versus $206.90 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $8.05 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 15 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $55.32 per fill, versus $65.98 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 variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 14 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.17 per fill, versus $5.96 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $21.24 per fill, versus $11.62 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 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 14 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $410.40 per fill, versus $295.11 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 13 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 13 prescriptions for Atrovent Hfa, about 85% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $426.48 per fill, versus $502.39 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 12 prescriptions for Desoximetasone, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $25.85 per fill, versus $61.14 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 12 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 18% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $9.81 per fill, versus $12.00 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 12 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 22% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $20.19 per fill, versus $14.88 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 12 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $30.57 per fill, versus $26.46 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 12 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $30.42 per fill, versus $31.84 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 11 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1.51 per fill, versus $7.51 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 11 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $2.14 per fill, versus $6.26 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1.65 per fill, versus $16.80 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Monah wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 25% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $30.40 per fill, versus $31.35 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. Monah’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Monah prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Monah's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (319), Atorvastatin Calcium (276) and Omeprazole (175).
How does Dr. Monah's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 82 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Monah prescribes 13 more often than the typical Pennsylvania 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. Monah 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 Pennsylvania 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.
