JOHN J KADUKAMMAKAL DPM
Prescription History 1124265731
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Richmond, VA
What does Dr. Kadukammakal prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 264 Medicare prescriptions for 11 medications. The most prescribed was Ciclopirox, with 47 prescriptions for 25 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. Kadukammakal prescribes.
Medications 11 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 Virginia prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 47 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $28.91 per fill, versus $28.23 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 used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 40 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.92 per fill, versus $7.06 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 28 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 65% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $28.31 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
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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 27 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.22 per fill, versus $4.45 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 24 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 83% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $8.28 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
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 19 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $21.24 per fill, versus $10.67 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 17 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 19% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $42.29 per fill, versus $13.47 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 17 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 32% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.06 per fill, versus $3.63 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 16 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $11.11 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 27% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.36 per fill, versus $22.20 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 medication is used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Kadukammakal wrote 13 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about 34% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $19.17 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.
Questions about Dr. Kadukammakal’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Kadukammakal prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Kadukammakal's most prescribed medications were Ciclopirox (47), Cephalexin (40) and Diclofenac Sodium (28).
How does Dr. Kadukammakal's prescribing compare with other Virginia prescribers?
Of the 11 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Kadukammakal prescribes 2 more often than the typical Virginia prescriber, 2 about as often and 7 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Kadukammakal 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 Virginia 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.
