JOANN MAHAN APRN
Prescription History 1104225317
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Fort Smith, AR

NPI Status: Active since August 14, 2014

Contact Information

3416 OLD GREENWOOD RD
FORT SMITH, AR
ZIP 72903
Phone: (479) 242-2888
Fax: (479) 242-2889

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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 JOANN MAHAN APRN, an active Family specialist practicing in Fort Smith, AR. Our medical registry currently tracks 40 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 6,115 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 2,194 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 771
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.5
Peer Average Days Supply648
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $465.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.27

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

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 155
30-Day Fills 177.9
Days Supply 5,081
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,780
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 330.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,212.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.27

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 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.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 201
30-Day Fills 232.9
Days Supply 6,446
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,470
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 390.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,397.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.90

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.

Belbuca

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,200
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,196
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $30,595.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$746.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$728.54

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

Buprenorphine is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain. Buprenorphine 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. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Buprenorphine

Generic Formulation: BuprenorphineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 167
30-Day Fills 167.0
Days Supply 4,664
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,056
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 351.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $60,023.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$359.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$358.36

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain). Buprenorphine 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. The higher strengths of this drug (7.5, 10, 15, or 20 micrograms per hour patches) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate amounts of opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if used by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 994
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,877
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $330.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.12

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 anxiety. It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe

Generic Formulation: Butalb/Acetaminophen/CaffeineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 584
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.0
Peer Average Days Supply434
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $424.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.89

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Acetaminophen helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of acetaminophen. Butalbital is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation.

Butrans

Generic Formulation: BuprenorphineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 364
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.4
Peer Average Days Supply461
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,579.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$890.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$824.97

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain). Buprenorphine 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. The higher strengths of this drug (7.5, 10, 15, or 20 micrograms per hour patches) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate amounts of opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if used by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 44.7
Days Supply 1,294
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,683
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $745.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.99

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 pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 175
30-Day Fills 192.3
Days Supply 5,427
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,600
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 257.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,699.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.07

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

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 147
30-Day Fills 175.7
Days Supply 4,524
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,769
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 200.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,926.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.80

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Doxepin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Doxepin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 366
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.0
Peer Average Days Supply972
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $673.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.68

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 and anxiety. 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) in the brain.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 912
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,072
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 49.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $480.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.24

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.

Fluconazole

Generic Formulation: FluconazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 67
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.1
Peer Average Days Supply218
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $77.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.31

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.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 656
30-Day Fills 784.2
Days Supply 21,815
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims129.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills193.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,705
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 408.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,000.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.03

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.

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.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 2,194
30-Day Fills 2,194.2
Days Supply 60,463
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims131.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills131.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,950
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,574.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $79,588.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.60

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 relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,101
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.0
Peer Average Days Supply861
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $320.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.86

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.

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen 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, pain, or fever.

Lactulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 45.3
Days Supply 1,252
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.7
Peer Average Days Supply554
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 83.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $780.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.02

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 disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution.

Lidocaine

Generic Formulation: LidocaineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 60.1
Days Supply 1,674
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.7
Peer Average Days Supply563
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 111.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,996.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$184.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$125.61

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 local anesthetic and cardiac depressant used as an antiarrhythmia agent. Its actions are more intense and its effects more prolonged than those of PROCAINE but its duration of action is shorter than that of BUPIVACAINE or PRILOCAINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

Linzess

Generic Formulation: LinaclotideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 91.0
Days Supply 2,718
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,189
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 148.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $49,764.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$691.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$710.92

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.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 136.5
Days Supply 3,993
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims78.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills135.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,009
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $449.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.84

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.

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.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 182
30-Day Fills 202.5
Days Supply 5,687
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.7
Peer Average Days Supply870
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 506.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,490.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.57

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 centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Movantik

Generic Formulation: Naloxegol OxalateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 104
30-Day Fills 110.0
Days Supply 3,260
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply719
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 316.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $45,643.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$438.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$400.97

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 constipation caused by opioid medications in people with ongoing pain that is not caused by cancer. It blocks the effect of opioids on the gut without blocking the effect on pain. Naloxegol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid antagonists.

Naloxone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Naloxone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 76
30-Day Fills 78.0
Days Supply 556
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.8
Peer Average Days Supply353
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 85.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,409.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$84.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$95.31

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 specific opiate antagonist that has no agonist activity. It is a competitive antagonist at mu, delta, and kappa opioid receptors.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose. Serious opioid overdose symptoms may include unusual sleepiness, unusual difficulty waking up, or breathing problems (ranging from slow/shallow breathing to no breathing). Other symptoms of overdose may include very small pinpoint pupils, slow heartbeat, or low blood pressure. If someone has serious overdose symptoms but you are not sure if the symptoms are due to overdose, give this medication right away anyway, since lasting slow/shallow breathing may cause permanent damage to the brain or death. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid antagonists. It works by blocking the effects of the opioid in the brain. This medication may not work as well to block the effects of certain types of opioids (mixed agonist/antagonists such as buprenorphine, pentazocine). With these types of opioids, blocking may be incomplete or you may need a higher dose of naloxone. The effects of naloxone will not last as long as the effects of the opioid. Since treatment with this medication is not long lasting, be sure to get medical help right away after giving the first dose of naloxone. Treatment of opioid overdose should also include breathing treatment (such as oxygen given through tubes in the nose, mechanical ventilation, artificial respiration).

Naproxen

Generic Formulation: NaproxenSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 941
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,014
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $317.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.06

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 agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout.

Therapeutic Applications

Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 711
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims121.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills242.8
Peer Average Days Supply7,246
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $86.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.06

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 50
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 691
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.8
Peer Average Days Supply195
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 194.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $421.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.02

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 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. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.9
Days Supply 1,626
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply303
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 103.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,076.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.21

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.

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.

Orphenadrine Citrate Er

Generic Formulation: Orphenadrine CitrateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.9
Days Supply 652
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills15.5
Peer Average Days Supply405
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 64.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,124.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.05

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 muscarinic antagonist used to treat drug-induced parkinsonism and to relieve pain from muscle spasm.

Therapeutic Applications

Orphenadrine is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment.

Pramipexole Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Pramipexole Di-HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.9
Days Supply 414
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,566
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $69.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.16

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

Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 333
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.4
Peer Average Days Supply961
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $65.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.13

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.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 267
30-Day Fills 279.0
Days Supply 7,962
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,865
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 403.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,525.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.65

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).

Promethazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Promethazine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 41.8
Days Supply 1,052
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.2
Peer Average Days Supply457
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $735.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.37

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 Warning section. Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as motion sickness, or before/after surgery). It is also used to treat allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, and runny nose. It may be used to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery or to help certain opioid pain relievers (such as meperidine) work better. The suppository form is used when medications cannot be taken by mouth. Promethazine is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its other effects (such as anti-nausea, calming, pain relief) may work by affecting other natural substances (such as acetylcholine) and by acting directly on certain parts of the brain.

Relistor

Generic Formulation: Methylnaltrexone BromideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 785
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,099
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $65,757.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,435.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,303.59

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 constipation caused by opioid medication. It blocks the effect of opioids on the gut without blocking the effect on pain. Methylnaltrexone belongs to a class of medications known as opioid antagonists.

Ropinirole Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ropinirole HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,070
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,849
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $261.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.98

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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 694
30-Day Fills 789.9
Days Supply 22,086
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims66.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills81.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,160
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 951.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,922.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.85

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: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 372
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,624
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $66.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.34

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 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.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 214
30-Day Fills 214.0
Days Supply 5,676
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,570
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 189.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,724.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.71

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol 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.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 63.6
Days Supply 1,842
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims78.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,704
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $286.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.56

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 depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Trulance

Generic Formulation: PlecanatideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.2
Peer Average Days Supply755
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,538.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$579.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$814.40

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

See also Warning section. Plecanatide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Plecanatide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as straining and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

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 JOANN MAHAN APRN provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Fort Smith, AR.

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 **Family** 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.