STEVEN SOLGA M.D.
Prescription History 1104858430
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Philadelphia, PA
What does Dr. Solga prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Solga wrote 484 Medicare prescriptions for 16 medications. The most prescribed was Ursodiol, with 69 prescriptions for 19 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 Dr. Solga prescribes.
Medications 16 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 Pennsylvania prescribers.
What it is used for
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 69 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $175.43 per fill, versus $155.17 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 diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 59 prescriptions for Xifaxan, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3,301.85 per fill, versus $2,660.15 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 54 prescriptions for Entecavir, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $488.94 per fill, versus $289.44 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 40 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 37% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $10.52 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 40 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $8.70 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
Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 36 prescriptions for Azathioprine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $33.41 per fill, versus $52.64 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 30 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $2.59 per fill, versus $4.95 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 form of tacrolimus is used on the skin to treat a skin condition called eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients who have not responded well to (or should not use) other eczema medications.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 29 prescriptions for Tacrolimus, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $129.82 per fill, versus $137.32 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 28 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $9.50 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
Mycophenolate is used in combination with other medications to keep your body from attacking and rejecting your transplanted organ (such as kidney, liver, heart).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 16 prescriptions for Mycophenolate Mofetil, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $185.87 per fill, versus $133.00 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 16 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.16 per fill, versus $4.09 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 15 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 15% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $20.45 per fill, versus $13.87 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
Fenofibrate 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 14 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.14 per fill, versus $28.78 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 laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 13 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $35.86 per fill, versus $24.22 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 13 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $5.45 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Solga wrote 12 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $45.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Solga’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Solga prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Solga's most prescribed medications were Ursodiol (69), Xifaxan (59) and Entecavir (54).
How does Dr. Solga's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 16 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Solga prescribes 4 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 2 about as often and 10 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Solga 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 Pennsylvania 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.
