FELICIA A. BARRETO MD
Prescription History 1124219621
Family Medicine in Fall River, MA
What does Dr. Barreto prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Barreto wrote 3,173 Medicare prescriptions for 73 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 309 prescriptions for 110 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. Barreto prescribes.
Medications 73 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Massachusetts prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 309 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $13.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 219 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $6.04 per fill, versus $7.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 169 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $9.31 per fill, versus $10.45 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 144 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $8.67 per fill, versus $11.50 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 138 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $8.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 114 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $19.59 per fill, versus $15.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 95 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 85% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $16.30 per fill, versus $18.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 85 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $3.52 per fill, versus $4.39 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 82 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $19.04 per fill, versus $28.16 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 76 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $18.80 per fill, versus $35.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 68 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.85 per fill, versus $19.59 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 68 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $8.47 per fill, versus $9.82 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 65 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $12.17 per fill, versus $16.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 63 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $9.67 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 61 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.74 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 59 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $10.76 per fill, versus $10.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 54 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $20.16 per fill, versus $16.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 53 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.31 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 46 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.12 per fill, versus $10.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 42 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $8.54 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 40 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $14.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 40 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $17.43 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 40 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $9.86 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 39 prescriptions for Valsartan, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $32.64 per fill, versus $36.63 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 38 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 74% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.05 per fill, versus $12.48 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 36 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 89% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $4.24 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 depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 35 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.94 per fill, versus $11.95 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
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.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 35 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $8.68 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 34 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $22.39 per fill, versus $20.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 33 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $25.22 per fill, versus $25.96 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 33 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $19.88 per fill, versus $21.30 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 30 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $32.68 per fill, versus $31.48 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 30 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $15.99 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 30 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 61% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,424.64 per fill, versus $1,010.43 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 30 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 61% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $925.84 per fill, versus $1,207.77 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 29 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 63% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,057.92 per fill, versus $1,225.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 26 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $3.24 per fill, versus $4.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 25 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 74% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.44 per fill, versus $7.90 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 25 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 64% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.45 per fill, versus $15.71 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 24 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 81% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.70 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 23 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,530.21 per fill, versus $1,217.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.61 per fill, versus $16.81 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 21 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 75% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $54.65 per fill, versus $33.16 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
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 21 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 80% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $10.93 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 21 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $8.35 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 19 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 79% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.51 per fill, versus $8.22 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, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 19 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 66% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.54 per fill, versus $11.64 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 19 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 42% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $14.29 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 19 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $10.62 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 18 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 35% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $35.35 per fill, versus $19.68 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 anxiety.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 17 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $2.71 per fill, versus $6.11 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 17 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $22.82 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 17 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 78% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $25.02 per fill, versus $29.55 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 66% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.39 per fill, versus $11.54 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 16 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $65.91 per fill, versus $59.24 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 15 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14.85 per fill, versus $19.10 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 15 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 29% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $23.33 per fill, versus $15.23 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
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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 15 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $56.80 per fill, versus $66.79 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 14 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 16% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $565.03 per fill, versus $852.50 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 Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 13 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $12.07 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 23% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $12.43 per fill, versus $8.14 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
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 13 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 18% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $9.42 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 13 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 24% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $7.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 13 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 33% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.27 per fill, versus $23.86 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 12 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $16.35 per fill, versus $12.88 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 12 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 65% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $12.64 per fill, versus $20.23 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $42.27 per fill, versus $18.42 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 12 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $36.13 per fill, versus $16.76 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 11 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.66 per fill, versus $24.04 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 11 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 24% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $3.13 per fill, versus $9.85 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 11 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 29% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.52 per fill, versus $20.34 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 11 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 31% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $18.60 per fill, versus $68.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Dr. Barreto wrote 11 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 27% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.00 per fill, versus $9.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Barreto’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Barreto prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Barreto's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (309), Amlodipine Besylate (219) and Levothyroxine Sodium (169).
How does Dr. Barreto's prescribing compare with other Massachusetts prescribers?
Of the 73 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Barreto prescribes 8 more often than the typical Massachusetts prescriber, 27 about as often and 38 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Barreto prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Massachusetts prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
