NORA ELIZABETH MALDONADO M.D.
Prescription History 1124406921
Family Medicine in Germantown, TN
What does Dr. Maldonado prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Maldonado wrote 6,217 Medicare prescriptions for 122 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 395 prescriptions for 122 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. Maldonado prescribes.
Medications 122 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 395 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $9.29 per fill, versus $10.30 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 348 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (149). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $5.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 264 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $10.83 per fill, versus $10.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 239 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (172). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $8.49 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 176 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $7.51 per fill, versus $6.35 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 162 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $15.02 per fill, versus $12.17 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 160 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.45 per fill, versus $12.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 149 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $10.20 per fill, versus $7.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 146 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $12.92 per fill, versus $13.46 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 128 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $3.90 per fill, versus $3.96 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 127 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 122 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $15.82 per fill, versus $12.39 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 119 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.31 per fill, versus $5.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 104 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $4.14 per fill, versus $4.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 102 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $19.54 per fill, versus $17.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 99 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $10.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 94 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $22.24 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 93 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $7.18 per fill, versus $7.68 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 92 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $14.04 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 82 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $4.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 79 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.10 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 77 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 80% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $17.18 per fill, versus $13.51 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 73 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 86% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $5.07 per fill, versus $5.88 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 72 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $28.44 per fill, versus $27.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 68 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $22.17 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 66 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.83 per fill, versus $9.74 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 63 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 62 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.61 per fill, versus $13.93 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 62 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,491.82 per fill, versus $1,232.15 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 55 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,303.11 per fill, versus $1,222.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 54 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.86 per fill, versus $20.04 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 52 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $50.76 per fill, versus $65.48 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 depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 51 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $6.47 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 50 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.92 per fill, versus $4.10 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 49 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $9.06 per fill, versus $5.50 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 48 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $1,144.30 per fill, versus $804.23 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 48 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $22.14 per fill, versus $25.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 47 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $12.50 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 43 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.47 per fill, versus $7.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 43 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $30.72 per fill, versus $30.46 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 43 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $34.22 per fill, versus $23.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 43 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $16.30 per fill, versus $18.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 43 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $16.17 per fill, versus $20.54 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 42 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.25 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 42 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 42 prescriptions for Valsartan, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $23.14 per fill, versus $34.23 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 41 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 80% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.20 per fill, versus $8.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 41 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $14.30 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 40 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.71 per fill, versus $15.11 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 38 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.08 per fill, versus $9.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 35 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $15.29 per fill, versus $17.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 35 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.05 per fill, versus $22.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 34 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.36 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 34 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $8.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 33 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $22.56 per fill, versus $17.02 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 32 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 82% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $7.29 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
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 32 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $12.33 per fill, versus $10.22 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 depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 30 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $20.91 per fill, versus $27.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 30 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $44.25 per fill, versus $44.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 29 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.12 per fill, versus $18.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 29 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $17.10 per fill, versus $15.01 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 29 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 28 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $2.84 per fill, versus $5.60 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 27 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $61.78 per fill, versus $63.93 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 27 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $50.96 per fill, versus $35.98 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 26 prescriptions for Indapamide, about 87% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $24.40 per fill, versus $13.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 26 prescriptions for Linzess, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,052.79 per fill, versus $788.47 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 26 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 41% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,617.51 per fill, versus $1,248.49 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 25 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.06 per fill, versus $5.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 24% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $15.35 per fill, versus $19.65 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 24 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 76% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 24 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 24 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 23 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 61% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.09 per fill, versus $6.01 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 23 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $44.15 per fill, versus $41.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 23 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $8.53 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 22 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 72% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $17.50 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 22 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $10.51 per fill, versus $10.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $12.55 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 22 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $161.87 per fill, versus $130.06 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 22 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 41% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $28.59 per fill, versus $26.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 64% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $9.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 21 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 39% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.27 per fill, versus $4.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 20 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 82% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $221.64 per fill, versus $169.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 20 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $17.66 per fill, versus $12.06 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 19 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $13.34 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 18 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $7.41 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 18 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 70% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.49 per fill, versus $43.28 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 18 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 71% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.06 per fill, versus $10.13 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 18 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.82 per fill, versus $14.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 18 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $36.45 per fill, versus $20.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 17 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 40% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,065.68 per fill, versus $896.46 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
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 17 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $20.49 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 17 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 28% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $12.88 per fill, versus $15.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 16 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 63% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.74 per fill, versus $23.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 16 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.89 per fill, versus $10.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 15 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $13.89 per fill, versus $13.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.50 per fill, versus $17.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 14 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $804.83 per fill, versus $524.05 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
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 14 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 64% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $56.94 per fill, versus $56.65 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 14 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $21.58 per fill, versus $27.75 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 14 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $12.67 per fill, versus $16.39 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 13 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.37 per fill, versus $24.41 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 13 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $19.48 per fill, versus $16.62 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 13 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $9.36 per fill, versus $7.99 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 13 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $23.46 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $50.86 per fill, versus $46.61 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
Clorazepate is used to treat anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Clorazepate Dipotassium, about 73% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $74.36 per fill, versus $76.85 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
Fenofibrate 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $27.72 per fill, versus $21.96 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 36% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,105.62 per fill, versus $827.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 23% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $813.57 per fill, versus $973.79 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 65% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $309.99 per fill, versus $222.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 22% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $23.55 per fill, versus $18.48 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 12 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 22% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.15 per fill, versus $13.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $40.35 per fill, versus $55.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 21% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $13.22 per fill, versus $12.71 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 38% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $18.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 23% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.13 per fill, versus $11.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 8% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $11.67 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Novolin 70-30 Flexpen, about 64% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $133.88 per fill, versus $126.45 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $52.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Maldonado wrote 11 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 20% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.32 per fill, versus $6.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Maldonado’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Maldonado prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Maldonado's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (395), Amlodipine Besylate (348) and Losartan Potassium (264).
How does Dr. Maldonado's prescribing compare with other Tennessee prescribers?
Of the 122 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Maldonado prescribes 21 more often than the typical Tennessee prescriber, 41 about as often and 60 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Maldonado 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 Tennessee 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.
