NINA M COTRAN M.D.
Prescription History 1104883321
Internal Medicine in Chestnut Hill, MA
What does Dr. Cotran prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Cotran wrote 1,821 Medicare prescriptions for 47 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 152 prescriptions for 45 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. Cotran prescribes.
Medications 47 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 Massachusetts prescribers.
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 152 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $19.20 per fill, versus $28.16 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 134 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 71% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $10.65 per fill, versus $13.82 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 132 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $7.95 per fill, versus $7.46 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 132 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $7.25 per fill, versus $8.13 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 121 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $10.28 per fill, versus $10.45 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 113 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $4.39 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 108 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $10.49 per fill, versus $11.50 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 75 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 77% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $14.64 per fill, versus $15.75 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 60 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.65 per fill, versus $12.48 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 51 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $9.85 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 depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 48 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.40 per fill, versus $8.54 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 39 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $11.54 per fill, versus $9.82 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 36 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 62% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $43.78 per fill, versus $31.48 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 33 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $1.64 per fill, versus $6.11 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 30 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $12.58 per fill, versus $14.49 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 29 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 68% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.76 per fill, versus $10.03 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 29 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2.91 per fill, versus $6.91 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 25 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 22% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $10.93 per fill, versus $18.15 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 24 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $3.42 per fill, versus $6.58 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
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).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 24 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.94 per fill, versus $10.02 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 23 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $13.08 per fill, versus $9.67 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 22 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $11.95 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 22 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $918.40 per fill, versus $1,217.01 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 21 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 29% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.66 per fill, versus $5.71 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 20 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 71% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.50 per fill, versus $20.74 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 20 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 23% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $1,112.29 per fill, versus $852.50 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 19 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 41% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,020.04 per fill, versus $1,225.06 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 19 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 64% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $101.79 per fill, versus $59.24 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 18 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $15.71 per fill, versus $20.34 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.24 per fill, versus $9.98 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 36% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $17.92 per fill, versus $16.98 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 16 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 63% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $87.27 per fill, versus $90.14 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 16 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $20.47 per fill, versus $16.64 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 15 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $33.51 per fill, versus $40.52 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 15 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 33% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.95 per fill, versus $14.29 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
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 34% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.89 per fill, versus $19.02 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 depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 15 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $9.19 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 13 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $14.05 per fill, versus $13.27 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $2.14 per fill, versus $15.53 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 12 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 36% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.31 per fill, versus $26.29 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 12 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $0.88 per fill, versus $12.32 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 35% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $20.54 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 31% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $296.63 per fill, versus $25.96 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
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 11 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $489.43 per fill, versus $431.52 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 11 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 22% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $32.97 per fill, versus $19.68 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 11 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 40% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $42.00 per fill, versus $25.61 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Cotran wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 32% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $23.82 per fill, versus $36.63 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. Cotran’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Cotran prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Cotran's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (152), Atorvastatin Calcium (134) and Amlodipine Besylate (132).
How does Dr. Cotran's prescribing compare with other Massachusetts prescribers?
Of the 47 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Cotran prescribes 2 more often than the typical Massachusetts prescriber, 8 about as often and 37 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Cotran 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 Massachusetts 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.
