MARK WATHEN MD
Prescription History 1104925536
Internal Medicine - Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology in Cookeville, TN


Quality Rating: 18.62 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since September 22, 2006

Contact Information

228 W 4TH ST
SUITE 200
COOKEVILLE, TN
ZIP 38501
Phone: (931) 372-0405
Fax: (931) 372-0463

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MARK WATHEN MD, an active Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology specialist practicing in Cookeville, TN. Our medical registry currently tracks 30 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 3,583 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Eliquis, which accounts for 618 claims alone.


Abrysvo

Generic Formulation: Rsv Vacc, Pref A And Pref B/PfSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 326
30-Day Fills 326.0
Days Supply 331
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$333.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Amiodarone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amiodarone HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 401
30-Day Fills 1,061.3
Days Supply 31,773
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills87.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,504
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 811.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,094.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat.

Boostrix Tdap

Generic Formulation: Diphth,pertuss(Acell),tet VacSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 50
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 50
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims123.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills123.4
Peer Average Days Supply174
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,281.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$65.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.16

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 76
30-Day Fills 176.5
Days Supply 5,295
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills173.9
Peer Average Days Supply5,075
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $911.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.38

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,589
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $292.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.37

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

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). 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.

Dabigatran Etexilate

Generic Formulation: Dabigatran Etexilate MesylateSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 103.0
Days Supply 3,090
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.0
Peer Average Days Supply420
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 246.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $20,294.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$450.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$425.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A THROMBIN inhibitor which acts by binding and blocking thrombogenic activity and the prevention of thrombus formation. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic EMBOLISM in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.

Therapeutic Applications

Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). Dabigatran is also used to treat blood clots in the veins of your legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism) and to reduce the risk of them occurring again. This medication may also be used to prevent these blood clots from forming after hip replacement surgery. Dabigatran is an anticoagulant that works by blocking a certain substance (a clotting protein called thrombin) in your blood. This helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. Dabigatran should not be used to prevent blood clots from forming after artificial heart valve replacement. If you have had heart valve surgery, talk to your doctor about the best medication for you. Do not stop taking any medication, including dabigatran, without talking to your doctor first.

Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 90
30-Day Fills 233.5
Days Supply 7,005
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,428
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 150.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,964.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.83

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Diltiazem Hcl

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 85.5
Days Supply 2,550
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,040
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,542.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Dofetilide

Generic Formulation: DofetilideSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 81
30-Day Fills 160.8
Days Supply 4,743
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,129
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 113.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $35,291.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$435.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$292.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as atrial fibrillation/flutter). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Dofetilide is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking the activity of certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 618
30-Day Fills 1,201.1
Days Supply 35,911
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims88.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills132.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,584
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 602.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $704,920.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,140.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$749.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. 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.

Entresto

Generic Formulation: Sacubitril/ValsartanSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,468
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,160.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$731.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$945.83

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. This product contains 2 medications: sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril belongs to a class of drugs called neprilysin inhibitors and valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). They work by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood to your body.

Flecainide Acetate

Generic Formulation: Flecainide AcetateSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 304
30-Day Fills 808.4
Days Supply 24,214
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,232
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 533.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $24,006.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.78

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A potent anti-arrhythmia agent, effective in a wide range of ventricular and atrial ARRHYTHMIAS and TACHYCARDIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. It is also used to prevent certain types of irregular heartbeat from returning (such as atrial fibrillation). Flecainide is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with their doctor or pharmacist, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 62.0
Days Supply 1,834
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims99.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills189.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,205
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $121.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. 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.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 855
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims164.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills370.8
Peer Average Days Supply10,700
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 90.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $219.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.05

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). 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.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 63.0
Days Supply 1,890
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims108.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills266.8
Peer Average Days Supply7,901
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $328.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.78

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. 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.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 134
30-Day Fills 357.1
Days Supply 10,691
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims88.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills211.6
Peer Average Days Supply6,226
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 52.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,230.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. 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.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 190
30-Day Fills 507.0
Days Supply 15,210
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills195.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,653
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 113.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,257.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.48

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). 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.

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims82.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills155.8
Peer Average Days Supply4,337
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.21

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. 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.

Pradaxa

Generic Formulation: Dabigatran Etexilate MesylateSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.6
Peer Average Days Supply848
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,902.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$575.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$673.85

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A THROMBIN inhibitor which acts by binding and blocking thrombogenic activity and the prevention of thrombus formation. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic EMBOLISM in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.

Therapeutic Applications

Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). Dabigatran is also used to treat blood clots in the veins of your legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism) and to reduce the risk of them occurring again. This medication may also be used to prevent these blood clots from forming after hip replacement surgery. Dabigatran is an anticoagulant that works by blocking a certain substance (a clotting protein called thrombin) in your blood. This helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. Dabigatran should not be used to prevent blood clots from forming after artificial heart valve replacement. If you have had heart valve surgery, talk to your doctor about the best medication for you. Do not stop taking any medication, including dabigatran, without talking to your doctor first.

Propafenone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Propafenone HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 68.0
Days Supply 2,040
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,773
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,602.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$100.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$73.67

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Propafenone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking the activity of certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

Propranolol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Propranolol HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 53.5
Days Supply 1,570
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,419
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,001.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.22

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.

Shingrix

Generic Formulation: Varicella-Zoster Ge/As01b/PfSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 301
30-Day Fills 301.0
Days Supply 301
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims143.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills144.2
Peer Average Days Supply241
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 110.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $64,374.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$213.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$196.74

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Sotalol

Generic Formulation: Sotalol HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 263
30-Day Fills 755.1
Days Supply 22,652
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills98.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,919
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 511.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,722.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.41

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. It is also used to treat certain fast/irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation/flutter) in patients with severe symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath. Sotalol helps to lessen these symptoms. It slows the heart rate and helps the heart to beat more normally and regularly. This medication is both a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.

Sotalol Af

Generic Formulation: Sotalol HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,026
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $454.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.92

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. It is also used to treat certain fast/irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation/flutter) in patients with severe symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath. Sotalol helps to lessen these symptoms. It slows the heart rate and helps the heart to beat more normally and regularly. This medication is both a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 85.0
Days Supply 2,550
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,079
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $292.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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).

Tiadylt Er

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,016
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $511.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.36

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Verapamil Er

Generic Formulation: Verapamil HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 60.7
Days Supply 1,820
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,380
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $832.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.96

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate.

Verapamil Hcl

Generic Formulation: Verapamil HclSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 40.3
Days Supply 1,195
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.7
Peer Average Days Supply841
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $288.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate.

Warfarin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Warfarin SodiumSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 205
30-Day Fills 515.3
Days Supply 15,032
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,432
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 400.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,242.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 187
30-Day Fills 336.1
Days Supply 10,082
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,095
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 306.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $191,682.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,025.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$824.97

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. 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.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like MARK WATHEN MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Cookeville, TN.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.