DR. BETH ANN WARD MD
Prescription History 1114945839
Psychiatry & Neurology - Sleep Medicine in Chesterfield, MO


Quality Rating: 89.23 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since July 18, 2006

Contact Information

232 S WOODS MILL RD
SLEEP MEDICINE
CHESTERFIELD, MO
ZIP 63017
Phone: (314) 205-6030
Fax: (314) 338-7157

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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 DR. BETH ANN WARD MD, an active Sleep Medicine specialist practicing in Chesterfield, MO. Our medical registry currently tracks 17 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 443 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Zolpidem Tartrate, which accounts for 48 claims alone.


Armodafinil

Generic Formulation: ArmodafinilSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 33.9
Days Supply 1,017
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.7
Peer Average Days Supply728
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,741.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$69.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$79.67

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.

Clinical Summary

A benzhydryl acetamide compound, central nervous system stimulant, and CYP3A4 inducing agent that is used in the treatment of NARCOLEPSY and SLEEP WAKE DISORDERS.

Therapeutic Applications

Armodafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea). It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours if you have a work schedule that keeps you from having a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder). This medication does not cure these sleep disorders and may not get rid of all your sleepiness. Armodafinil does not take the place of getting enough sleep. It should not be used to treat tiredness or hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. It is not known how armodafinil works to keep you awake. It is thought to work by affecting certain substances in the brain that control the sleep/wake cycle.

Azelastine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Azelastine HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 16.8
Days Supply 460
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,358
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $477.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.03

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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms.

Belsomra

Generic Formulation: SuvorexantSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 36.7
Days Supply 1,080
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.3
Peer Average Days Supply677
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $17,948.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$664.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$442.69

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 certain sleep problem (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep and stay asleep longer, so you can get a better night's rest. Suvorexant belongs to a class of drugs known as sedative-hypnotics. If your insomnia continues for longer than 7 to 10 days after starting treatment, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,144
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $155.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.48

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

An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Dayvigo

Generic Formulation: LemborexantSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.8
Peer Average Days Supply632
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,180.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$348.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$335.06

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 certain sleep problem (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep, and help you stay asleep longer, so you can get a better night's rest. Lemborexant belongs to a class of drugs known as sedative-hypnotics. If your insomnia continues for longer than 7 to 10 days after starting treatment, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment.

Doxepin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Doxepin HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 630
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,030
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,744.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$215.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.63

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 mental/mood problems such as depression and anxiety. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Eszopiclone

Generic Formulation: EszopicloneSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 932
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.3
Peer Average Days Supply776
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,371.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$76.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.68

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 pyridine, pyrazine, and piperazine derivative that is used as a HYPNOTIC AND SEDATIVE in the treatment of INSOMNIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Eszopiclone belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 62.0
Days Supply 1,860
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims115.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills176.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,091
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $364.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.39

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 cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Pramipexole Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Pramipexole Di-HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 96.7
Days Supply 2,900
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,506
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 28.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $228.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.77

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

Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Pramipexole Er

Generic Formulation: Pramipexole Di-HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,078
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.0
Peer Average Days Supply650
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 42.9% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,281.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$664.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$504.75

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

Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Ropinirole Er

Generic Formulation: Ropinirole HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.8
Peer Average Days Supply723
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,091.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$99.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$145.83

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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Ropinirole Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ropinirole HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 76.0
Days Supply 2,259
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,089
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $829.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.10

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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Temazepam

Generic Formulation: TemazepamSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 54.4
Days Supply 1,632
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,131
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,702.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$93.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.39

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 benzodiazepine that acts as a GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID modulator and anti-anxiety agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Temazepam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills143.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,122
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $156.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.38

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Venlafaxine Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Venlafaxine HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,320
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $105.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.37

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Zaleplon

Generic Formulation: ZaleplonSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,935
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.3
Peer Average Days Supply658
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 147.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,843.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.61

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 for a short time to treat people who have trouble falling asleep. If you have other sleep problems such as not being able to sleep through the night, this medication may not be right for you. Zaleplon is known as a hypnotic. It works on certain centers in the brain to relax you and help you fall asleep faster.

Zolpidem Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Zolpidem TartrateSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 1,500
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,238
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,012.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.29

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 imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

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 DR. BETH ANN WARD MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Chesterfield, MO.

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 **Sleep Medicine** 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.