DR. ANITA KRISHNARAO M.D.
Prescription History 1114365921
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Worcester, MA
What does Dr. Krishnarao prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Krishnarao wrote 1,049 Medicare prescriptions for 28 medications. The most prescribed was Tacrolimus, with 151 prescriptions for 27 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. Krishnarao prescribes.
Medications 28 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
This form of tacrolimus is used on the skin to treat a skin condition called eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients who have not responded well to (or should not use) other eczema medications.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 151 prescriptions for Tacrolimus, about 4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $85.81 per fill, versus $126.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 122 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $156.14 per fill, versus $163.08 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 80 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.11 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
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. Krishnarao wrote 57 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 79% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $6.03 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 56 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.94 per fill, versus $10.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 51 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.78 per fill, versus $4.60 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. Krishnarao wrote 48 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 38% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $5.01 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 45 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $10.87 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 43 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $19.59 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
This medication is used to treat diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 40 prescriptions for Xifaxan, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $3,419.78 per fill, versus $2,524.96 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
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 35 prescriptions for Gavilyte-G, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $16.51 per fill, versus $15.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 32 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $62.74 per fill, versus $26.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mycophenolate is used in combination with other medications to keep your body from attacking and rejecting your transplanted organ (such as kidney, liver, heart).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 32 prescriptions for Mycophenolate Mofetil, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $36.77 per fill, versus $132.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 31 prescriptions for Entecavir, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $29.17 per fill, versus $258.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 24 prescriptions for Gavilyte-C, about 41% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $17.38 per fill, versus $18.58 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
Tacrolimus is used with other medications to prevent rejection of a kidney transplant.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 23 prescriptions for Envarsus Xr, about 82% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $393.42 per fill, versus $1,059.58 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
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. Krishnarao wrote 19 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 10% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $6.97 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
Cyclosporine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a liver, kidney, or heart transplant.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 18 prescriptions for Cyclosporine Modified, about 74% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $108.86 per fill, versus $130.25 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 18 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 87% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $7.61 per fill, versus $20.14 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
Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 17 prescriptions for Cyclosporine, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $650.10 per fill, versus $398.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 15 prescriptions for Peg-3350 And Electrolytes, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.22 per fill, versus $17.02 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
Sirolimus is used with other medications to prevent rejection of a kidney transplant.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 15 prescriptions for Sirolimus, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $321.98 per fill, versus $452.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 14 prescriptions for Azathioprine, about 64% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $35.25 per fill, versus $58.43 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
Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 14 prescriptions for Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf, about 19% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $60.23 per fill, versus $65.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 13 prescriptions for Creon, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $2,446.66 per fill, versus $1,940.80 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 13 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $237.66 per fill, versus $54.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 12 prescriptions for Sps, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $573.79 per fill, versus $131.04 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Krishnarao wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.05 per fill, versus $13.94 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. Krishnarao’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Krishnarao prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Krishnarao's most prescribed medications were Tacrolimus (151), Ursodiol (122) and Pantoprazole Sodium (80).
How does Dr. Krishnarao's prescribing compare with other Massachusetts prescribers?
Of the 28 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Krishnarao prescribes 6 more often than the typical Massachusetts prescriber, 7 about as often and 15 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Krishnarao 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.
