FERDY SANTIAGO MD
Prescription History 1104053552
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Naples, FL


Quality Rating: 75 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since June 12, 2009

Contact Information

708 GOODLETTE RD NORTH STE 200
NAPLES, FL
ZIP 34102
Phone: (239) 231-7260
Fax: (239) 567-3667

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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 FERDY SANTIAGO MD, an active Medical Oncology specialist practicing in Naples, FL. Our medical registry currently tracks 29 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 695 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Anastrozole, which accounts for 91 claims alone.


Acyclovir

Generic Formulation: AcyclovirSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,934
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,001
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 69.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $663.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.05

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 GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes.

Therapeutic Applications

Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections.

Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,661
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $200.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.34

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 XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 120
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills112.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,201
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 85.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$0.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.72

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 triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Anastrozole

Generic Formulation: AnastrozoleSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 253.5
Days Supply 7,584
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills135.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,055
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,250.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.87

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.

Clinical Summary

A nitrile and triazole derivative that acts as a selective nonsteroidal aromatase inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of ESTROGEN NUCLEAR RECEPTOR-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Therapeutic Applications

Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause. Some breast cancers are made to grow faster by a natural hormone called estrogen. Anastrozole decreases the amount of estrogen the body makes and helps to slow or reverse the growth of these breast cancers.

Calquence

Generic Formulation: Acalabrutinib MaleateSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills13.5
Peer Average Days Supply403
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $95,789.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7,982.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13,788.69

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 certain types of cancer (such as mantle cell lymphoma, small lymphocytic lymphoma - SLL, chronic lymphocytic leukemia - CLL). Acalabrutinib works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. It belongs to a class of drugs known as kinase inhibitors.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 662
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.8
Peer Average Days Supply300
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $807.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.04

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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Cyanocobalamin Injection

Generic Formulation: Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B-12)Specialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 37.2
Days Supply 1,069
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,293
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $158.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.49

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

See also Precautions section. Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to prevent and treat low blood levels of this vitamin. Most people get enough vitamin B12 from their diet. Vitamin B12 is important to maintain the health of your metabolism, blood cells, and nerves. Serious vitamin B12 deficiency may result in a low number of red blood cells (anemia), stomach/intestine problems, and permanent nerve damage. Vitamin B12 deficiency may occur in certain health conditions (such as intestinal/stomach problems, poor nutrition, cancer, HIV infection, pregnancy, old age, alcoholism). It may also occur in people who follow a strict vegetarian (vegan) diet.

Dexamethasone

Generic Formulation: DexamethasoneSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 636
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.9
Peer Average Days Supply444
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $455.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.82

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 anti-inflammatory 9-fluoro-glucocorticoid.

Therapeutic Applications

Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders. It is also used as a test for an adrenal gland disorder (Cushing's syndrome). Dexamethasone 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.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills130.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,717
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $23,662.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$876.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$852.21

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

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Erleada

Generic Formulation: ApalutamideSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.8
Peer Average Days Supply919
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $161,574.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13,464.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14,241.93

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

Apalutamide is used to treat men with prostate cancer. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). It works by blocking the effects of testosterone to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer.

Fluconazole

Generic Formulation: FluconazoleSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 528
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.1
Peer Average Days Supply224
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,900.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$95.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.70

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

Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals.

Folic Acid

Generic Formulation: Folic AcidSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 673
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills99.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,982
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $34.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.64

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 member of the vitamin B family that stimulates the hematopoietic system. It is present in the liver and kidney and is found in mushrooms, spinach, yeast, green leaves, and grasses (POACEAE). Folic acid is used in the treatment and prevention of folate deficiencies and megaloblastic anemia.

Therapeutic Applications

Folic acid is the man-made form of folate. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in some foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells. Folic acid supplements may come in different forms (such as L-methylfolate, levomefolate, methyltetrahydrofolate). They are used to treat or prevent low folate levels. Low folate levels can lead to certain types of anemia. Conditions that can cause low folate levels include poor diet, pregnancy, alcoholism, liver disease, certain stomach/intestinal problems, kidney dialysis, among others. Women of childbearing age should receive adequate amounts of folic acid either through their diet or supplements to prevent infant spinal cord birth defects.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims103.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills177.9
Peer Average Days Supply5,249
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $86.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.25

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.

Hydroxyurea

Generic Formulation: HydroxyureaSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 62.8
Days Supply 1,885
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,944
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $796.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.54

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.

Clinical Summary

An antineoplastic agent that inhibits DNA synthesis through the inhibition of ribonucleoside diphosphate reductase.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions. Some brands are also used to treat certain types of cancer (such as chronic myelogenous leukemia, squamous cell carcinomas).

Ibrance

Generic Formulation: PalbociclibSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 700
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.6
Peer Average Days Supply740
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $413,761.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16,550.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14,821.63

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

Palbociclib is used to treat a certain type of breast cancer. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Imatinib Mesylate

Generic Formulation: Imatinib MesylateSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.3
Peer Average Days Supply635
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,192.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$199.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,955.71

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 tyrosine kinase inhibitor and ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENT that inhibits the BCR-ABL kinase created by chromosome rearrangements in CHRONIC MYELOID LEUKEMIA and ACUTE LYMPHOBLASTIC LEUKEMIA, as well as PDG-derived tyrosine kinases that are overexpressed in gastrointestinal stromal tumors.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. Imatinib may also be used to treat certain immune system disorders (such as aggressive systemic mastocytosis, hypereosinophilic syndrome).

Imbruvica

Generic Formulation: IbrutinibSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 392
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.7
Peer Average Days Supply901
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $235,029.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16,787.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14,870.86

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 certain cancers (such as mantle cell or marginal zone lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma, Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia). Ibrutinib belongs to a class of drugs known as kinase inhibitors. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. Ibrutinib is also used to treat a certain problem that may occur after a stem cell transplant (chronic graft versus host disease). It works by weakening your body's defense system (immune system).

Letrozole

Generic Formulation: LetrozoleSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 82.0
Days Supply 2,460
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills118.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,546
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,037.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.55

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 triazole and benzonitrile derivative that is a selective non-steroidal aromatase inhibitor, similar to ANASTROZOLE. It is used in the treatment of metastatic or locally advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause. Letrozole is also used to help prevent the cancer from returning. Some breast cancers are made to grow faster by a natural hormone called estrogen. Letrozole decreases the amount of estrogen the body makes and helps to slow or reverse the growth of these breast cancers.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 155
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.6
Peer Average Days Supply220
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $96.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.89

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

The L-isomer of Ofloxacin.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,813
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $80.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.18

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 benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 84
30-Day Fills 84.0
Days Supply 796
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.8
Peer Average Days Supply345
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 265.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,527.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.94

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 competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Orserdu

Generic Formulation: Elacestrant HclSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22,822.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 546
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims97.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills97.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,301
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $230.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.44

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.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 679
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,197
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $142.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.71

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. 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.

Revlimid

Generic Formulation: LenalidomideSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 924
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,338
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $576,598.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17,472.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17,911.67

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 phthalimide and piperidone derivative that has immunomodulatory and antiangiogenic properties. It is used for the treatment of transfusion-dependent anemia in MYELODYSPLASTIC SYNDROMES, and for the treatment of MULTIPLE MYELOMA, and relapsed or refractory MANTLE CELL LYMPHOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Lenalidomide is used to treat various types of cancers. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. It is also used to treat anemia in patients with certain blood/bone marrow disorders (myelodysplastic syndromes-MDS). Lenalidomide may lessen the need for blood transfusions. Lenalidomide is not recommended for the treatment of a certain type of cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia) because of the increased risk of serious heart-related side effects and death. If you have this type of cancer, talk to your doctor about the risks of using this medication.

Sprycel

Generic Formulation: DasatinibSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 310
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.4
Peer Average Days Supply536
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $185,410.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16,855.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12,136.54

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.

Clinical Summary

A pyrimidine and thiazole derived ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENT and PROTEIN KINASE INHIBITOR of BCR-ABL KINASE. It is used in the treatment of patients with CHRONIC MYELOID LEUKEMIA who are resistant or intolerant to IMATINIB.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (chronic myeloid leukemia-CML, acute lymphoblastic leukemia-ALL). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Venclexta

Generic Formulation: VenetoclaxSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 592
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.2
Peer Average Days Supply670
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $80,486.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,832.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8,886.48

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia-CLL, small lymphocytic lymphoma-SLL, acute myeloid leukemia-AML). Venetoclax is a drug that works by helping to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,380
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $15,065.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$886.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$917.55

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 morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Xtandi

Generic Formulation: EnzalutamideSpecialty: Hematology-Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply859
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $163,554.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13,629.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13,255.84

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

Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). It works by blocking the effects of testosterone to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer.

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 FERDY SANTIAGO MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Naples, FL.

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 **Medical Oncology** 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.