DR. CHRISTOPHER AUSTIN LEONE M.D.
Prescription History 1124413331
Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, NM

NPI Status: Active since April 03, 2015

Contact Information

MSC 10 5550 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
ZIP 87131
Phone: (505) 272-4661

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. CHRISTOPHER AUSTIN LEONE M.D., an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Our medical registry currently tracks 7 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 144 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 28 claims alone.

Medication Index


Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 112
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.0
Peer Average Days Supply209
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $193.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.17

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

Clinical Summary

A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Cefdinir

Generic Formulation: CefdinirSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 86
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply238
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $183.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.23

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

Clinical Summary

A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 337
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills87.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,488
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,935.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$577.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$795.53

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

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills115.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,339
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $76.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.34

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

Clinical Summary

A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 79
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.9
Peer Average Days Supply184
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $64.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.64

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

Clinical Summary

The L-isomer of Ofloxacin.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills110.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,275
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $200.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.49

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

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 225
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.3
Peer Average Days Supply846
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $80.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.34

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. CHRISTOPHER AUSTIN LEONE M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Albuquerque, NM.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Internal Medicine** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.