DR. ARNOLD BRYAN WOLF DPM
Prescription History 1124020847
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Sterling Heights, MI

NPI Status: Active since August 12, 2005

Contact Information

13811 19 MILE RD
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI
ZIP 48313
Phone: (586) 247-0840
Fax: (586) 247-7668

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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. ARNOLD BRYAN WOLF DPM, an active Foot & Ankle Surgery specialist practicing in Sterling Heights, MI. Our medical registry currently tracks 15 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 480 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Gabapentin, which accounts for 105 claims alone.


Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 203.4
Days Supply 6,102
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills111.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,310
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 56.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,056.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.29

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

A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 224
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.1
Peer Average Days Supply209
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $248.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.62

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Cefadroxil

Generic Formulation: CefadroxilSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 335
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.7
Peer Average Days Supply375
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $328.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.75

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.

Clinical Summary

Long-acting, broad-spectrum, water-soluble, CEPHALEXIN derivative.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,709
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $216.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.08

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 pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Diclofenac Potassium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac PotassiumSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.9
Peer Average Days Supply594
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,110.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$100.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$356.94

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This powder form of diclofenac is used to treat migraine headaches. Diclofenac is not used to prevent migraines from happening or lessen how often you get them. Diclofenac is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 42.5
Days Supply 1,275
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,136
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $728.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.75

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.

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 252
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply454
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $172.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.36

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Econazole Nitrate

Generic Formulation: Econazole NitrateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.4
Days Supply 332
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply803
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $488.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.58

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 imidazole derivative that is commonly used as a topical antifungal agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Econazole is used to treat a variety of fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Econazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.

Febuxostat

Generic Formulation: FebuxostatSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 65.8
Days Supply 1,950
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.6
Peer Average Days Supply966
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 35.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,296.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$143.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$182.16

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

Clinical Summary

A thiazole derivative and inhibitor of XANTHINE OXIDASE that is used for the treatment of HYPERURICEMIA in patients with chronic GOUT.

Therapeutic Applications

Febuxostat is used to lower uric acid levels in people with gout. Febuxostat works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. An increased uric acid level can cause gout. Because of the risk of very serious heart-related problems and stroke with febuxostat (see also Warning section), febuxostat should be used only after treatment with a medication called allopurinol did not work to lower your uric acid level, caused serious side effects, or is not recommended by your doctor. Febuxostat should be used only if you have symptoms caused by a high blood uric acid level.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 105
30-Day Fills 284.0
Days Supply 8,497
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims87.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills124.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,567
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,445.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.33

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.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 540
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,417
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $394.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.04

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 74.0
Days Supply 2,220
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,445
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $315.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.44

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 benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 174
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.8
Peer Average Days Supply234
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $209.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.79

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 PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 125.0
Days Supply 3,750
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,510
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,946.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.69

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.

Clinical Summary

A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 176
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,130
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $37.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.15

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

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. ARNOLD BRYAN WOLF DPM provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Sterling Heights, MI.

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 **Foot & Ankle Surgery** 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.