ASHISH KUMAR MASIH M.D.
Prescription History 1093857971
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Oklahoma City, OK


Quality Rating: 77.69 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since February 13, 2007

Contact Information

3366 NW EXPRESSWAY STE 200
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
ZIP 73112
Phone: (405) 713-9930
Fax: (405) 713-9931

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for ASHISH KUMAR MASIH M.D., an active Neurology specialist practicing in Oklahoma City, OK. Our medical registry currently tracks 24 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,205 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Memantine Hcl, which accounts for 191 claims alone.


Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,532
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $343.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.73

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 48.3
Days Supply 1,450
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims172.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills401.0
Peer Average Days Supply11,899
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 90.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $280.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 160
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,492
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $46.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.17

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Briviact

Generic Formulation: BrivaracetamSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 620
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,336
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $43,322.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,062.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,441.44

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Brivaracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).

Carbamazepine Er

Generic Formulation: CarbamazepineSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 930
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.1
Peer Average Days Supply817
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,300.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$353.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$147.11

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A dibenzazepine that acts as a sodium channel blocker. It is used as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of grand mal and psychomotor or focal SEIZURES. It may also be used in the management of BIPOLAR DISORDER, and has analgesic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity.

Carbidopa-Levodopa

Generic Formulation: Carbidopa/LevodopaSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 115.9
Days Supply 3,455
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills81.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,332
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,275.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving). Parkinson's disease is thought to be caused by too little of a naturally occurring substance (dopamine) in the brain. Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain, helping to control movement. Carbidopa prevents the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream so more levodopa can enter the brain. Carbidopa can also reduce some of levodopa's side effects such as nausea and vomiting.

Carbidopa-Levodopa Er

Generic Formulation: Carbidopa/LevodopaSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 42.3
Days Supply 1,270
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,480
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,525.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$89.87

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving). Parkinson's disease is thought to be caused by too little of a naturally occurring substance (dopamine) in the brain. Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain, helping to control movement. Carbidopa prevents the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream so more levodopa can enter the brain. Carbidopa can also reduce some of levodopa's side effects such as nausea and vomiting.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 960
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,656
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $220.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.71

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

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). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Divalproex Sodium

Generic Formulation: Divalproex SodiumSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,773
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $425.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Donepezil Hcl

Generic Formulation: Donepezil HclSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 132
30-Day Fills 241.7
Days Supply 7,236
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills100.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,880
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 112.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,826.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 97.0
Days Supply 2,910
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills100.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,968
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $869.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.19

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 149
30-Day Fills 234.0
Days Supply 6,989
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims114.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills176.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,154
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 30.7% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,164.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.92

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Glatiramer Acetate

Generic Formulation: Glatiramer AcetateSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 476
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply826
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $36,147.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,126.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,852.77

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A random polymer of L-ALANINE, L-GLUTAMIC ACID, L-LYSINE, and L-TYROSINE that structurally resembles MYELIN BASIC PROTEIN. It is used in the treatment of RELAPSING-REMITTING MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS). It is a protein that is thought to work by preventing your immune system from attacking the nerves in your brain and spinal cord. This effect can decrease the number of periods of disease worsening (relapses) and prevent or delay disability. It is not a cure for MS.

Lacosamide

Generic Formulation: LacosamideSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 117.0
Days Supply 3,477
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,327
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 122.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $29,090.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$319.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$327.17

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An acetamide derivative that acts as a blocker of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. It is used as an anticonvulsant, for adjunctive or monotherapy, in the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES.

Therapeutic Applications

Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures. It is an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain.

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 54.4
Days Supply 1,632
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,064
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $748.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.48

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Levetiracetam

Generic Formulation: LevetiracetamSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 126
30-Day Fills 292.2
Days Supply 8,767
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,030
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 157.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,749.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.66

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have.

Memantine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Memantine HclSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 191
30-Day Fills 322.9
Days Supply 9,656
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills89.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,544
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 203.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,047.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.29

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Phenobarbital

Generic Formulation: PhenobarbitalSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 30.1
Days Supply 903
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.5
Peer Average Days Supply649
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $521.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.41

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A barbituric acid derivative that acts as a nonselective central nervous system depressant. It potentiates GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID action on GABA-A RECEPTORS, and modulates chloride currents through receptor channels. It also inhibits glutamate induced depolarizations.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your risk for a possibly life-threatening condition of frequent, repeated seizures. Phenobarbital belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate anticonvulsants/hypnotics. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure. This medication is also used for a short time (usually no more than 2 weeks) to help calm you or help you sleep during periods of anxiety. It works by affecting certain parts of the brain to cause calming.

Phenytoin Sodium Extended

Generic Formulation: Phenytoin Sodium ExtendedSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 32.7
Days Supply 960
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply869
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $757.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.40

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug). It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 59.1
Days Supply 1,774
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,850
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,226.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.04

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Primidone

Generic Formulation: PrimidoneSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 62
30-Day Fills 122.0
Days Supply 3,628
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,556
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 93.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,370.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.73

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A barbiturate derivative that acts as a GABA modulator and anti-epileptic agent. It is partly metabolized to PHENOBARBITAL in the body and owes some of its actions to this metabolite.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your risk for a possibly life-threatening condition of frequent, repeated seizures. Primidone belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate anticonvulsants. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,198
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $142.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.03

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 380
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,837
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $105.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.17

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Topiramate

Generic Formulation: TopiramateSpecialty: Neurology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 73
30-Day Fills 147.0
Days Supply 4,400
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,678
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 108.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,142.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss.

Therapeutic Applications

Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like ASHISH KUMAR MASIH M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Oklahoma City, OK.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Neurology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.