DR. AMI G JANI MD
Prescription History 1104387828
Internal Medicine in Luray, VA
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. AMI G JANI MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Luray, VA. Our medical registry currently tracks 122 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 6,641 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Amlodipine Besylate, which accounts for 279 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2024)Rx (2024) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other VA PrescribersVs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 279 | $5.32▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 279 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (140.7). Medicare paid an average of $5.32 per fill, versus $5.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 692.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 20,757 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Losartan Potassium | 244 | $9.31 | ▲ More than typical |
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2024, this provider wrote 244 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (106.3). Medicare paid an average of $9.31 per fill, versus $8.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 643.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 19,254 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 242 | $7.93▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2024, this provider wrote 242 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (133). Medicare paid an average of $7.93 per fill, versus $10.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 613.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 18,394 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 238 | $8.98▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2024, this provider wrote 238 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (175.4). Medicare paid an average of $8.98 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 638 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 19,130 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lisinopril | 215 | $5.06▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2024, this provider wrote 215 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (103.1). Medicare paid an average of $5.06 per fill, versus $6.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 591.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 17,740 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Gabapentin | 211 | $11.84▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ 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. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2024, this provider wrote 211 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (89.4). Medicare paid an average of $11.84 per fill, versus $13.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 328.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 197 | $14.51 | ▲ More than typical |
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2024, this provider wrote 197 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (107.5). Medicare paid an average of $14.51 per fill, versus $12.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 494 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,788 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metformin Hcl | 171 | $4.55▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2024, this provider wrote 171 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (84.2). Medicare paid an average of $4.55 per fill, versus $6.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 453 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,590 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Simvastatin | 170 | $6.93▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Simvastatin: Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2024, this provider wrote 170 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (67.8). Medicare paid an average of $6.93 per fill, versus $7.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 510.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,319 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Omeprazole | 161 | $10.75▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 161 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (91.3). Medicare paid an average of $10.75 per fill, versus $11.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 455 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 144 | $21.87▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise. It is a quick-relief drug. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2024, this provider wrote 144 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (64.6). Medicare paid an average of $21.87 per fill, versus $26.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 162.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,476 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 134 | $11.76▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2024, this provider wrote 134 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (71.4). Medicare paid an average of $11.76 per fill, versus $12.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 363 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Furosemide | 134 | $4.01▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2024, this provider wrote 134 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (77.9). Medicare paid an average of $4.01 per fill, versus $4.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 318 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metoprolol Succinate | 132 | $10.51▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 132 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (95.1). Medicare paid an average of $10.51 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 367 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,010 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 126 | $23.54▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety). Show more ▾ It is also 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 belongs to a class of drugs known as serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 126 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (50.6). Medicare paid an average of $23.54 per fill, versus $23.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 305 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,150 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 104 | $9.97▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing. Show more ▾ It can also help relieve allergy eye symptoms such as itchy, watery eyes. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works in your nose to block the effects of substances that cause allergies (such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold) and to reduce swelling. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2024, this provider wrote 104 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (48.1). Medicare paid an average of $9.97 per fill, versus $14.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 221 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 104 | $1,047.89 | ≈ Typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ 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. An antithrombotic agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 104 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (84.8). Medicare paid an average of $1,047.89 per fill, versus $886.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 190 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,700 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| OzempicSemaglutide | 100 | $1,093.31▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. A glucagon-like peptide and GLP-1 agonist used to enhance glycemic control of TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS, and for OBESITY MANAGEMENT. In 2024, this provider wrote 100 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (51.6). Medicare paid an average of $1,093.31 per fill, versus $1,312.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 127.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,674 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 91 | $2.54▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 91 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (61.1). Medicare paid an average of $2.54 per fill, versus $6.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 215.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,465 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 91 | $3.18▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/"water pills." It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2024, this provider wrote 91 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (75). Medicare paid an average of $3.18 per fill, versus $3.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 240.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,212 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metformin Hcl ErMetformin Hcl | 90 | $6.08▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl Er: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2024, this provider wrote 90 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (58.5). Medicare paid an average of $6.08 per fill, versus $8.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 199.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,985 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| JardianceEmpagliflozin | 87 | $1,045.26 | ▲ More than typical |
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure and kidney disease. It helps to lower the risk of death from heart disease and reduces the need of going to a hospital to treat heart failure or kidney disease. It also helps to lower the risk of dialysis in people with kidney disease. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2024, this provider wrote 87 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (47.9). Medicare paid an average of $1,045.26 per fill, versus $1,032.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 157.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,714 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 85 | $11.70▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. A sulfonamide derivative and adrenergic alpha-1 receptor antagonist that is used to relieve symptoms of urinary obstruction caused by BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 85 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (79.9). Medicare paid an average of $11.70 per fill, versus $13.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 229.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 75 | $11.02▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety). Show more ▾ Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2024, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (52.3). Medicare paid an average of $11.02 per fill, versus $11.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 196.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,905 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ezetimibe | 72 | $32.34 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as "statins" or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 72 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (45.7). Medicare paid an average of $32.34 per fill, versus $23.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 181 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,430 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| TrulicityDulaglutide | 71 | $1,270.49 | ▲ More than typical |
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. A glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist; GLP-1 immunoglobulin G (IgG4) Fc fusion protein with extended activity. In 2024, this provider wrote 71 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (40.7). Medicare paid an average of $1,270.49 per fill, versus $1,205.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 92.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Montelukast Sodium | 70 | $16.67 | ≈ Typical |
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. A leukotriene D4 receptor antagonist. In 2024, this provider wrote 70 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $16.67 per fill, versus $10.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 188 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,640 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 69 | $9.11▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder). Show more ▾ It is also used to treat a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Sertraline belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A selective serotonin uptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of depression. In 2024, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $9.11 per fill, versus $9.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 154 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl | 69 | $15.54▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Bupropion Xl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It is also be used to prevent seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs each year at the same time (for example, during winter). Bupropion works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (dopamine, norepinephrine) in the brain. A propiophenone-derived antidepressant and antismoking agent that inhibits the uptake of DOPAMINE. In 2024, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $15.54 per fill, versus $24.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 145 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Pravastatin Sodium | 69 | $8.78▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pravastatin Sodium: Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2024, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $8.78 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 193.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,800 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Potassium Chloride | 67 | $28.73 | ≈ Typical |
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 67 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (55.7). Medicare paid an average of $28.73 per fill, versus $20.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 155.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,653 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 65 | $9.28▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2024, this provider wrote 65 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (50.9). Medicare paid an average of $9.28 per fill, versus $17.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 135.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,044 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Clonazepam | 61 | $5.29▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2024, this provider wrote 61 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (45.3). Medicare paid an average of $5.29 per fill, versus $7.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 77 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,210 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lantus SolostarInsulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 58 | $109.73▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Lantus Solostar: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-aglr, and insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2024, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (42.5). Medicare paid an average of $109.73 per fill, versus $129.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 87.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,384 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Azithromycin | 56 | $4.15▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Azithromycin: Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2024, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (33.4). Medicare paid an average of $4.15 per fill, versus $5.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 58 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 363 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 56 | $8.86 | ▲ More than typical |
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. Lisseril is synonymous for HCl; structure. In 2024, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (37.3). Medicare paid an average of $8.86 per fill, versus $8.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 56.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,205 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Prednisone | 53 | $1.66▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ 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. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2024, this provider wrote 53 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (48.8). Medicare paid an average of $1.66 per fill, versus $4.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 71 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,471 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Diclofenac Sodium | 51 | $14.57▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ 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. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt. In 2024, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $14.57 per fill, versus $28.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 67.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,001 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Topiramate | 51 | $7.54▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (32.1). Medicare paid an average of $7.54 per fill, versus $12.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 79.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,310 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Allopurinol | 49 | $12.21 | ≈ Typical |
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ 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. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2024, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (48.5). Medicare paid an average of $12.21 per fill, versus $8.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 107 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,197 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Alprazolam | 48 | $3.88▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ 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). 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) In 2024, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 86% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (55.9). Medicare paid an average of $3.88 per fill, versus $4.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,359 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nystatin | 47 | $16.91▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2024, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (24.6). Medicare paid an average of $16.91 per fill, versus $18.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 53.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,404 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lorazepam | 46 | $5.18▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ Lorazepam belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. This drug works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (43.4). Medicare paid an average of $5.18 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,412 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Mirtazapine | 45 | $20.04 | ≈ Typical |
About Mirtazapine: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Mirtazapine works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2024, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (42.7). Medicare paid an average of $20.04 per fill, versus $20.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 94 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,820 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Alendronate Sodium | 45 | $4.84▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Alendronate Sodium: Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Show more ▾ Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. A nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis. In 2024, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (41.3). Medicare paid an average of $4.84 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 104.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,104 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Pregabalin | 44 | $24.63▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ 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). 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (44.7). Medicare paid an average of $24.63 per fill, versus $29.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 70 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,100 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Carvedilol | 43 | $4.79▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2024, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 68% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (63.7). Medicare paid an average of $4.79 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 109 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,255 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 43 | $15.88▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 65% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (66.5). Medicare paid an average of $15.88 per fill, versus $18.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,223 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 42 | $10.81▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2024, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 72% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (58.4). Medicare paid an average of $10.81 per fill, versus $22.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 943 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate-BenazeprilAmlodipine Besylate/Benazepril | 41 | $11.36▼ below VA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril: This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril). Show more ▾ It is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. In 2024, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (24.3). Medicare paid an average of $11.36 per fill, versus $15.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 104.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,122 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 39 | $4.74▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Triamcinolone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a medium- to strong-potency corticosteroid. The potency depends on the strength and the form that you use. For details on the potency of your product, ask your pharmacist. An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions. In 2024, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (35.9). Medicare paid an average of $4.74 per fill, versus $8.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 43.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,014 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 39 | $7.14▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A serotonin uptake inhibitor that is used as an antidepressive agent. It has been shown to be effective in patients with major depressive disorders and other subsets of depressive disorders. It is generally more useful in depressive disorders associated with insomnia and anxiety. This drug does not aggravate psychotic symptoms in patients with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorders. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p309) In 2024, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 62% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (63.4). Medicare paid an average of $7.14 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 100 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,999 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 39 | $6.23▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (38.6). Medicare paid an average of $6.23 per fill, versus $6.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 59 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,770 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate | 38 | $8.59▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Clopidogrel: Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2024, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 77% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (49.5). Medicare paid an average of $8.59 per fill, versus $11.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 92 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,760 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Glimepiride | 36 | $8.13 | ≈ Typical |
About Glimepiride: Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. In 2024, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 83% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (43.3). Medicare paid an average of $8.13 per fill, versus $7.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 96.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 36 | $14.35▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative. In 2024, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (30.5). Medicare paid an average of $14.35 per fill, versus $14.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 60 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,488 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Bumetanide | 35 | $24.08▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Bumetanide: Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. Bumetanide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A sulfamyl diuretic. In 2024, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Bumetanide, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (32.4). Medicare paid an average of $24.08 per fill, versus $34.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 76 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,280 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 34 | $2.97▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder). Show more ▾ It is also used to treat a certain eating disorder (bulimia) and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Fluoxetine belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2024, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (36.5). Medicare paid an average of $2.97 per fill, versus $10.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 80 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,400 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Spironolactone | 34 | $12.54 | ≈ Typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a "water pill" (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2024, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 76% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (44.8). Medicare paid an average of $12.54 per fill, versus $8.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 93 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,790 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nano 2nd Gen Pen NeedlePen Needle, Diabetic | 33 | $56.91▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
In 2024, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (30.9). Medicare paid an average of $56.91 per fill, versus $92.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 43.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,212 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide | 33 | $9.51 | ≈ Typical |
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not keep taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2024, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 84% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (39.3). Medicare paid an average of $9.51 per fill, versus $6.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 91 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,730 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Famotidine | 32 | $11.61▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2024, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 62% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (51.4). Medicare paid an average of $11.61 per fill, versus $12.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 88.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 31 | $18.77▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder). Show more ▾ Venlafaxine belongs to a class of drugs known as serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A cyclohexanol and phenylethylamine derivative that functions as a SEROTONIN AND NORADRENALINE REUPTAKE INHIBITOR (SNRI) and is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT. In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (31.8). Medicare paid an average of $18.77 per fill, versus $22.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 85 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,550 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Atenolol | 30 | $2.78▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2024, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about 80% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (37.3). Medicare paid an average of $2.78 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 86.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Finasteride | 30 | $11.91▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about 61% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (49.5). Medicare paid an average of $11.91 per fill, versus $12.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 87.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,611 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl | 29 | $7.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ 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. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2024, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (50.5). Medicare paid an average of $7.24 per fill, versus $7.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 825 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 28 | $8.04▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2024, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 73% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (38.3). Medicare paid an average of $8.04 per fill, versus $11.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 72 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Promethazine Hcl | 28 | $9.95 | ≈ Typical |
About Promethazine Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as before/after surgery, motion sickness). 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. It may also be used for a short time to treat a runny nose due to the common cold. 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. Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. Some products (such as long-acting tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely. These products do not cure or shorten the length of the common cold and may cause serious side effects. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all dosage directions. Do not give other cough-and-cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask the doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier or saline nose drops/spray). A phenothiazine derivative with histamine H1-blocking, antimuscarinic, and sedative properties. It is used as an antiallergic, in pruritus, for motion sickness and sedation, and also in animals. In 2024, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (24.6). Medicare paid an average of $9.95 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 469 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Glipizide | 28 | $4.35▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Glipizide: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2024, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide, about 74% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (37.6). Medicare paid an average of $4.35 per fill, versus $8.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 65.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,971 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav | 27 | $6.64▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (26.9). Medicare paid an average of $6.64 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 301 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 27 | $2.56▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Citalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2024, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 76% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (35.5). Medicare paid an average of $2.56 per fill, versus $6.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 61 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,820 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride ErOxybutynin Chloride | 27 | $12.75▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride Er: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2024, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (26.7). Medicare paid an average of $12.75 per fill, versus $23.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 74 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Meloxicam | 26 | $1.96▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis. Show more ▾ It reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (52.7). Medicare paid an average of $1.96 per fill, versus $3.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 864 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 25 | $12.09▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ 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). An anxiolytic agent and serotonin receptor agonist belonging to the azaspirodecanedione class of compounds. Its structure is unrelated to those of the BENZODIAZAPINES, but it has an efficacy comparable to DIAZEPAM. In 2024, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (46.4). Medicare paid an average of $12.09 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 25 | $13.87▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 81% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (30.8). Medicare paid an average of $13.87 per fill, versus $23.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Meclizine Hcl | 24 | $2.98▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾ It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems. A histamine H1 antagonist used in the treatment of motion sickness, vertigo, and nausea during pregnancy and radiation sickness. In 2024, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (24.6). Medicare paid an average of $2.98 per fill, versus $8.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 580 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxycodone Hcl | 24 | $13.39▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ 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. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2024, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (54.5). Medicare paid an average of $13.39 per fill, versus $16.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 517 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tresiba Flextouch U-100Insulin Degludec | 23 | $623.76▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Tresiba Flextouch U-100: Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin degludec is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin degludec may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 78% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (29.6). Medicare paid an average of $623.76 per fill, versus $661.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 54.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,563 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Klor-Con M20Potassium Chloride | 23 | $6.55▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Klor-Con M20: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (20.9). Medicare paid an average of $6.55 per fill, versus $19.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 63.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,875 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 23 | $30.77▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ 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. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole 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. The S-isomer of omeprazole. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 83% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (27.6). Medicare paid an average of $30.77 per fill, versus $42.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 49 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,470 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Chlorthalidone | 22 | $15.78 | ≈ Typical |
About Chlorthalidone: Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to reduce extra salt and water in the body caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Decreasing extra salt and water in the body helps to decrease swelling (edema) and breathing problems caused by fluid in the lungs. Chlorthalidone is a "water pill" (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A benzenesulfonamide-phthalimidine that tautomerizes to a BENZOPHENONES form. It is considered a thiazide-like diuretic. In 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 76% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (28.8). Medicare paid an average of $15.78 per fill, versus $15.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| JanuviaSitagliptin Phosphate | 22 | $1,042.94 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Januvia: Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sitagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A pyrazine-derived DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITOR and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that increases the levels of the INCRETIN hormones GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). It is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Januvia, about 68% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (32.5). Medicare paid an average of $1,042.94 per fill, versus $961.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ventolin HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 22 | $68.78 | ≈ Typical |
About Ventolin Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise. It is a quick-relief drug. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (23.1). Medicare paid an average of $68.78 per fill, versus $68.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 486 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lovastatin | 22 | $8.83 | ≈ Typical |
About Lovastatin: Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 82% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (26.7). Medicare paid an average of $8.83 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 60 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,800 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Budesonide-Formoterol FumarateBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate | 21 | $151.91▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. In 2024, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 89% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (23.6). Medicare paid an average of $151.91 per fill, versus $154.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Pamoate | 21 | $5.01▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydroxyzine Pamoate: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative. In 2024, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 64% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $5.01 per fill, versus $11.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 264 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ondansetron OdtOndansetron | 21 | $22.10 | ≈ Typical |
About Ondansetron Odt: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 81% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (26.1). Medicare paid an average of $22.10 per fill, versus $14.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 225 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| BreynaBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate | 20 | $105.03▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Breyna: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. In 2024, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Breyna, about the same volume as the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (19.2). Medicare paid an average of $105.03 per fill, versus $161.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 22.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 675 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Celecoxib | 20 | $36.85 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Celecoxib: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (37.2). Medicare paid an average of $36.85 per fill, versus $31.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,181 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-MacroNitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst | 20 | $9.13▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro: This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. 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. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). In 2024, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 81% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (24.7). Medicare paid an average of $9.13 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 113 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tizanidine Hcl | 19 | $9.60▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tizanidine Hcl: This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. In 2024, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (45.8). Medicare paid an average of $9.60 per fill, versus $11.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 24.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 494 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amoxicillin | 19 | $1.11▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. In 2024, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (36.8). Medicare paid an average of $1.11 per fill, versus $2.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 105 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Cephalexin | 18 | $4.40▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (30.4). Medicare paid an average of $4.40 per fill, versus $7.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 144 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 18 | $21.51 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder). Show more ▾ Paroxetine belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A serotonin uptake inhibitor that is effective in the treatment of depression. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 69% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (25.9). Medicare paid an average of $21.51 per fill, versus $13.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,153 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Breztri AerosphereBudesonide/Glycopyr/Formoterol | 18 | $634.07▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Breztri Aerosphere: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. This inhaler contains 3 medications: budesonide, glycopyrrolate, and formoterol. Budesonide works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Glycopyrrolate and formoterol work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Glycopyrrolate belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This medication is not approved to treat asthma. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (41.7). Medicare paid an average of $634.07 per fill, versus $819.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| XareltoRivaroxaban | 18 | $1,614.80 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Xarelto: Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Xarelto, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (36.9). Medicare paid an average of $1,614.80 per fill, versus $955.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 52 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,560 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Clonidine Hcl | 17 | $6.60▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. An imidazoline sympatholytic agent that stimulates ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and central IMIDAZOLINE RECEPTORS. It is commonly used in the management of HYPERTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 63% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (26.8). Medicare paid an average of $6.60 per fill, versus $6.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 49 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,470 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Breo ElliptaFluticasone/Vilanterol | 17 | $368.23▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Breo Ellipta: This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ This inhaler contains 2 medications: fluticasone and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Vilanterol belongs to a class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (like vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. In 2024, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (31.8). Medicare paid an average of $368.23 per fill, versus $514.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 510 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ketoconazole | 17 | $14.42▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ketoconazole: Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients. In 2024, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (43.7). Medicare paid an average of $14.42 per fill, versus $18.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 562 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lidocaine | 17 | $110.06▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lidocaine: This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 61% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $110.06 per fill, versus $125.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 942 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 16 | $16.60 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Doxazosin Mesylate: Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Doxazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Doxazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. A prazosin-related compound that is a selective alpha-1-adrenergic blocker. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 62% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (25.6). Medicare paid an average of $16.60 per fill, versus $15.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 44 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,320 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Varenicline Tartrate | 15 | $95.52▼ below VA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Varenicline Tartrate: Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking. Show more ▾ To increase your chance of success, use this medication with a stop-smoking program that includes education, support, and counseling. Quitting smoking lowers your risk of heart and lung disease, as well as cancer. Varenicline works by blocking nicotine's effects in the brain that make you want to smoke. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other ways to quit smoking (such as nicotine replacement treatment), with your doctor. A benzazepine derivative that functions as an ALPHA4-BETA2 NICOTINIC RECEPTOR partial agonist. It is used for SMOKING CESSATION. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 82% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (18.4). Medicare paid an average of $95.52 per fill, versus $237.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ErIsosorbide Mononitrate | 15 | $10.94▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Isosorbide Mononitrate Er: Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details. For prevention of angina pectoris; a Russian drug. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (39.3). Medicare paid an average of $10.94 per fill, versus $11.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Trelegy ElliptaFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter | 15 | $904.46 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trelegy Ellipta: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (59.9). Medicare paid an average of $904.46 per fill, versus $860.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Clotrimazole-BetamethasoneClotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip | 15 | $13.89▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clotrimazole-Betamethasone: This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. Show more ▾ This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 68% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $13.89 per fill, versus $19.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 417 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ropinirole Hcl | 15 | $22.45 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ 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 is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). It may improve your sleep by decreasing the urge to move your legs and decreasing uncomfortable/unpleasant feelings in the legs. This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (30.3). Medicare paid an average of $22.45 per fill, versus $15.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Midodrine Hcl | 14 | $34.71▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Midodrine Hcl: This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. Show more ▾ This condition is also known as orthostatic hypotension. Midodrine is used in people whose daily activities are severely affected by this condition, even after other treatments are used (such as support stockings). It is known as a sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) that acts on the blood vessels to raise blood pressure. An ethanolamine derivative that is an adrenergic alpha-1 agonist. It is used as a vasoconstrictor agent in the treatment of HYPOTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (25.3). Medicare paid an average of $34.71 per fill, versus $80.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 520 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Valsartan | 14 | $39.62 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Valsartan: Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (35.1). Medicare paid an average of $39.62 per fill, versus $24.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Donepezil Hcl | 13 | $15.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. An indan and piperidine derivative that acts as a selective and reversible inhibitor of ACETYLCHOLINESTERASE. Donepezil is highly selective for the central nervous system and is used in the management of mild to moderate DEMENTIA in ALZHEIMER DISEASE. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (52.8). Medicare paid an average of $15.24 per fill, versus $13.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim | 13 | $2.53▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim: This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Show more ▾ It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (23.8). Medicare paid an average of $2.53 per fill, versus $4.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 77 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Azelastine Hcl | 13 | $26.56▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Azelastine Hcl: This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Show more ▾ Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms. Azeptin is azelastine hydrochloride; structure; eye drop formulation effective in relieving symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis; do not confuse with 5-loxin which is an extract of Boswellia. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (33.4). Medicare paid an average of $26.56 per fill, versus $28.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 20.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 592 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| FarxigaDapagliflozin Propanediol | 13 | $1,354.13 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Farxiga: Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It helps to lower the risk of death from heart disease and reduces the need of going to a doctor or hospital to treat heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Farxiga, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $1,354.13 per fill, versus $945.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Doxepin Hcl | 13 | $24.22▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Doxepin Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety). Show more ▾ Doxepin belongs to a class of drugs known as tricyclic antidepressants. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A dibenzoxepin tricyclic compound. It displays a range of pharmacological actions including maintaining adrenergic innervation. Its mechanism of action is not fully understood, but it appears to block reuptake of monoaminergic neurotransmitters into presynaptic terminals. It also possesses anticholinergic activity and modulates antagonism of histamine H(1)- and H(2)-receptors. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 60% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (21.6). Medicare paid an average of $24.22 per fill, versus $38.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 13 | $21.52 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dicyclomine Hcl: Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome. Show more ▾ It helps to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping. This medication works by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Dicyclomine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics/antispasmodics. This medication must not be used by children younger than 6 months because of the risk of serious side effects. A muscarinic antagonist used as an antispasmodic and in urinary incontinence. It has little effect on glandular secretion or the cardiovascular system. It does have some local anesthetic properties and is used in gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary tract spasms. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (26.3). Medicare paid an average of $21.52 per fill, versus $18.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 770 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydralazine Hcl | 12 | $6.94▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydralazine Hcl: Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily. A direct-acting vasodilator that is used as an antihypertensive agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (37.7). Medicare paid an average of $6.94 per fill, versus $13.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 840 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Bisoprolol-HydrochlorothiazideBisoprolol/Hydrochlorothiazide | 12 | $12.53▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide: This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications. Bisoprolol is a beta blocker that works by blocking the effect of certain natural chemicals (such as epinephrine) on the heart and blood vessels. This slows your heartbeat, lowers blood pressure, and reduces strain on the heart. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that works by increasing the amount of urine that you make. This causes your body to get rid of extra salt and water, which probably helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. These two drugs are used together when one medication is not controlling your blood pressure. Using these two drugs together can also reduce the amount of each drug you must take, thereby decreasing the chances of side effects. A combination of the beta-blocker bisoprolol fumarate and a very low dose (6.25mg) of the diuretic hydrochlorothiazide; used for treatment of hypertension. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (23.8). Medicare paid an average of $12.53 per fill, versus $21.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,010 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Terazosin Hcl | 12 | $10.59▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Terazosin Hcl: Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Terazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Terazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Induces decreased blood pressure; used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (23.3). Medicare paid an average of $10.59 per fill, versus $17.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl | 12 | $25.51 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bupropion Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Bupropion works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (dopamine, norepinephrine) in the brain. A propiophenone-derived antidepressant and antismoking agent that inhibits the uptake of DOPAMINE. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about 61% of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (19.6). Medicare paid an average of $25.51 per fill, versus $21.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ValacyclovirValacyclovir Hcl | 12 | $51.12 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Valacyclovir: Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir 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. A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (20.3). Medicare paid an average of $51.12 per fill, versus $33.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 533 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Benazepril Hcl | 11 | $10.94 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Benazepril Hcl: Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Benazepril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (23.1). Medicare paid an average of $10.94 per fill, versus $8.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Methadone Hcl | 11 | $11.32▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Methadone Hcl: This medication is used to treat severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). Show more ▾ Methadone 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 (such as pain from surgery). This medication is not for occasional ("as needed") use. This medication is also used to treat opioid use disorder as part of an approved treatment program. It helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. A synthetic opioid that is used as the hydrochloride. It is an opioid analgesic that is primarily a mu-opioid agonist. It has actions and uses similar to those of MORPHINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1082-3) In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Methadone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (32.6). Medicare paid an average of $11.32 per fill, versus $21.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ibuprofen | 11 | $5.80▼ below VA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis. Show more ▾ It is also used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pain due to the common cold or flu. Ibuprofen is 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. 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. 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 names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about a third of the volume of the typical Virginia prescriber of this medication (32.9). Medicare paid an average of $5.80 per fill, versus $7.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. AMI G JANI MD is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2024, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Internal Medicine prescribing approach at this Luray, VA practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average among VA prescribers of the same medication and form, shown only when at least five prescribers contribute. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
About the medication summaries. Drug use descriptions come from the CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard (2024), and substance definitions from Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) 2026, U.S. National Library of Medicine. They are summaries that do not contain all possible information about a medication and are not individual medical advice. Ask a health care professional about any medication and your specific health needs.