CHRIS LOEWEN M.D.
Prescription History 1114368321
Family Medicine in Charlevoix, MI
What does Dr. Loewen prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Loewen wrote 5,202 Medicare prescriptions for 106 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 367 prescriptions for 111 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. Loewen prescribes.
Medications 106 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. Loewen wrote 367 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $17.03 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
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. Loewen wrote 241 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $15.86 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 226 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $10.62 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. Loewen wrote 210 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $17.29 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. Loewen wrote 186 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $15.91 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 164 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $11.71 per fill, versus $10.64 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. Loewen wrote 153 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.49 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
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. Loewen wrote 152 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $14.68 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 131 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $8.19 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. Loewen wrote 124 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $19.28 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 119 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $17.56 per fill, versus $14.86 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 105 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $21.81 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
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. Loewen wrote 99 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $12.19 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 89 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $28.12 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 86 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $2.50 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 81 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $105.45 per fill, versus $143.26 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. Loewen wrote 75 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.22 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
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. Loewen wrote 74 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $4.44 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 70 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $15.45 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
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Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 70 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $5.99 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 69 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $11.53 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
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. Loewen wrote 69 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $19.35 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
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. Loewen wrote 67 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $33.83 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 66 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.75 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 64 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $1,381.16 per fill, versus $945.56 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 58 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.54 per fill, versus $5.07 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
Pravastatin 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. Loewen wrote 55 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.17 per fill, versus $17.35 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 54 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $11.78 per fill, versus $17.21 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 52 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $18.58 per fill, versus $12.68 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 50 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $9.26 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. Loewen wrote 49 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.55 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 48 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $26.99 per fill, versus $22.38 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 47 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.66 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 47 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $41.36 per fill, versus $34.21 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 46 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $14.88 per fill, versus $11.93 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
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. Loewen wrote 45 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $21.43 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
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. Loewen wrote 44 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 79% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $24.09 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. Loewen wrote 44 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 86% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $25.90 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 44 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.55 per fill, versus $4.15 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
Glipizide 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. Loewen wrote 41 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $23.15 per fill, versus $18.67 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 40 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.04 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 36 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 85% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.91 per fill, versus $19.56 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 35 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $28.08 per fill, versus $26.37 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. Loewen wrote 35 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 69% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $12.27 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 34 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 76% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $19.13 per fill, versus $49.58 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 anxiety.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 34 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.97 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 32 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $62.08 per fill, versus $47.90 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 31 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 73% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $12.24 per fill, versus $11.27 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
Dapagliflozin 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. Loewen wrote 30 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,061.76 per fill, versus $940.16 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 30 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $19.23 per fill, versus $14.87 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 29 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.53 per fill, versus $8.69 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 29 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $27.76 per fill, versus $23.31 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 28 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $19.84 per fill, versus $24.93 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 27 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $2.80 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 26 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $23.72 per fill, versus $20.62 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. Loewen wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.66 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 25 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 90% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $174.65 per fill, versus $259.83 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 25 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $36.75 per fill, versus $21.31 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 treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 24 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.20 per fill, versus $11.35 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. Loewen wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.53 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
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. Loewen wrote 23 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,077.90 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.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 23 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $47.88 per fill, versus $32.19 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 23 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,316.29 per fill, versus $1,328.10 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 variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 23 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $3.54 per fill, versus $9.35 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 23 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 71% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $32.99 per fill, versus $27.32 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 22 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.75 per fill, versus $20.99 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 22 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.72 per fill, versus $9.36 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 22 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $25.35 per fill, versus $33.88 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. Loewen wrote 20 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.49 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 20 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $20.18 per fill, versus $26.11 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 20 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $24.34 per fill, versus $27.08 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 to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $23.01 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 76% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $22.03 per fill, versus $20.81 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 18 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 79% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $540.14 per fill, versus $409.40 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 16 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.21 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 16 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about 78% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $160.29 per fill, versus $102.48 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 16 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 68% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $66.03 per fill, versus $45.42 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 16 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 71% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2,088.98 per fill, versus $1,540.56 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 15 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $305.12 per fill, versus $377.12 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 15 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.49 per fill, versus $17.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 15 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.19 per fill, versus $31.71 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 15 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.30 per fill, versus $16.72 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $35.52 per fill, versus $25.23 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 15 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $45.47 per fill, versus $34.15 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 14 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.65 per fill, versus $17.93 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 14 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $68.21 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.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 14 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $93.67 per fill, versus $98.98 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 14 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,171.08 per fill, versus $1,006.88 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. Loewen wrote 13 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.74 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
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Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 13 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $28.67 per fill, versus $44.72 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 13 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $24.27 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 13 prescriptions for Novolin N, about 89% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $127.42 per fill, versus $117.76 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 13 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 13 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $26.35 per fill, versus $20.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 12 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5.78 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 12 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $28.80 per fill, versus $16.85 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 product contains 3 different medications: efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 12 prescriptions for Efavirenz-Emtric-Tenofov Disop, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $72.22 per fill, versus $637.82 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $277.33 per fill, versus $193.86 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 14% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $43.77 per fill, versus $57.73 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 12 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $32.70 per fill, versus $31.92 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. Loewen wrote 11 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $26.75 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 11 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.30 per fill, versus $17.56 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.13 per fill, versus $15.58 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.71 per fill, versus $56.66 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Loewen wrote 11 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.69 per fill, versus $14.50 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. Loewen wrote 11 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $164.81 per fill, versus $85.85 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. Loewen’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Loewen prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Loewen's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (367), Losartan Potassium (241) and Lisinopril (226).
How does Dr. Loewen's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 106 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Loewen prescribes 21 more often than the typical Michigan prescriber, 34 about as often and 51 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Loewen 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.
