CHRISTY BARKER SPARKS FNP-C
Prescription History 1104604271
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Statesville, NC
What does Christy Sparks prescribe?
In 2024, Christy Sparks wrote 1,568 Medicare prescriptions for 62 medications. The most prescribed was Levothyroxine Sodium, with 77 prescriptions for 28 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Christy Sparks prescribes.
Medications 62 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other North Carolina prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 77 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $9.32 per fill, versus $9.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 63 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $9.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 56 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 37% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $3.20 per fill, versus $5.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 54 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.56 per fill, versus $6.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 52 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $24.08 per fill, versus $15.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 50 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $10.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 43 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $23.03 per fill, versus $15.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 42 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $12.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 41 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.80 per fill, versus $4.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 39 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 38 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 72% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 36 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $8.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 36 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $17.45 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 35 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $2.47 per fill, versus $6.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 34 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $28.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 34 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 66% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $2.72 per fill, versus $4.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 33 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.13 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 31 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $15.12 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 30 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 24% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $11.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 30 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 28 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.20 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 28 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $3.74 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 27 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $4.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 25 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 27% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $863.87 per fill, versus $835.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $10.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $17.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 24 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.25 per fill, versus $17.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 24 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.46 per fill, versus $10.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 23 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $7.58 per fill, versus $7.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 23 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $5.52 per fill, versus $8.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 22 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 66% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.04 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 20 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $12.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 20 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.12 per fill, versus $21.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 19 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $22.95 per fill, versus $13.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 19 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 23% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $2.54 per fill, versus $4.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 18 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $1,560.97 per fill, versus $1,259.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 17 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $8.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 68% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $5.19 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 17 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $3.38 per fill, versus $4.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 17 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.95 per fill, versus $16.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 16 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $699.06 per fill, versus $973.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 16 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $11.90 per fill, versus $13.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 15 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 24% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $10.87 per fill, versus $7.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 15 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 14% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $2.72 per fill, versus $9.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 15 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.54 per fill, versus $9.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 18% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $16.99 per fill, versus $21.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 13 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $25.17 per fill, versus $16.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 13 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $16.63 per fill, versus $11.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.13 per fill, versus $14.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Boostrix Tdap, about 11% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $69.88 per fill, versus $61.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 23% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $17.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.88 per fill, versus $40.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $530.57 per fill, versus $618.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.71 per fill, versus $12.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 12 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 8% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $219.82 per fill, versus $195.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 6% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $321.60 per fill, versus $275.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.04 per fill, versus $9.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 20% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $17.35 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 30% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.95 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $10.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.64 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Christy Sparks wrote 11 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 18% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $12.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Christy Sparks’s prescriptions
What does Christy Sparks prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Christy Sparks's most prescribed medications were Levothyroxine Sodium (77), Atorvastatin Calcium (63) and Amlodipine Besylate (56).
How does Christy Sparks's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 62 medications with a state comparison, Christy Sparks prescribes 1 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 7 about as often and 54 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Christy Sparks prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the North Carolina prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
