DR. ANN M. BUSHA MD
Prescription History 1114091964
Family Medicine in Portage, MI
What does Dr. Busha prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Busha wrote 1,048 Medicare prescriptions for 45 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 113 prescriptions for 46 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. Busha prescribes.
Medications 45 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 Michigan prescribers.
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 113 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $11.98 per fill, versus $13.68 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 69 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $8.52 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 48 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 31% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $11.22 per fill, versus $12.66 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 40 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $16.89 per fill, versus $14.15 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 39 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 60% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $7.14 per fill, versus $16.93 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 38 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $39.39 per fill, versus $35.99 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 38 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 28% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $8.36 per fill, versus $7.48 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 38 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $9.95 per fill, versus $14.20 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 38 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.08 per fill, versus $11.70 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 30 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $4.76 per fill, versus $10.41 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 30 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 31% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $12.62 per fill, versus $18.43 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 27 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 23% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $10.54 per fill, versus $12.96 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 24 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $8.87 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 24 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 22% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $25.14 per fill, versus $17.89 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 23 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 65% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.76 per fill, versus $5.70 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 22 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 71% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.04 per fill, versus $6.85 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 22 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $17.87 per fill, versus $10.57 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 20 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $20.77 per fill, versus $19.34 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 17 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.97 per fill, versus $7.70 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
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).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 17 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $4.31 per fill, versus $17.04 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $14.09 per fill, versus $15.48 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 17 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.29 per fill, versus $13.31 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 17 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $2.39 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 16 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $921.80 per fill, versus $1,304.48 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 15 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.50 per fill, versus $11.55 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 15 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 25% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $7.03 per fill, versus $12.41 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 14 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $14.80 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 14 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.65 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 13 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.01 per fill, versus $6.67 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, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 13 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 26% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $13.56 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.38 per fill, versus $14.15 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $12.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 13 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $55.59 per fill, versus $87.53 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 18% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $1.42 per fill, versus $4.91 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 24% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $13.49 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.40 per fill, versus $8.48 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 16% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1.41 per fill, versus $5.64 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 18% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $5.14 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $12.38 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 31% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.91 per fill, versus $12.18 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 17% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $1.99 per fill, versus $8.08 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 12 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $30.76 per fill, versus $56.49 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.38 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 11 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $20.23 per fill, versus $19.44 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Busha wrote 11 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 21% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,488.07 per fill, versus $1,053.23 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. Busha’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Busha prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Busha's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (113), Lisinopril (69) and Levothyroxine Sodium (48).
How does Dr. Busha's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 45 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Busha prescribes 2 about as often than the typical Michigan prescriber and 43 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Busha 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 Michigan 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.
