MARGARET SHANNON GRIFFIN PA-C
Prescription History 1124593249
Physician Assistant in Biddeford, ME


Quality Rating: 98.06 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since October 04, 2018

Contact Information

24 WEST COLE RD STE 104
BIDDEFORD, ME
ZIP 04005
Phone: (207) 283-1602

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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 MARGARET SHANNON GRIFFIN PA-C, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Biddeford, ME. Our medical registry currently tracks 23 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,544 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 533 claims alone.


Alfuzosin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Alfuzosin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,873
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $903.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.04

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

Therapeutic Applications

Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Cefdinir

Generic Formulation: CefdinirSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 72.0
Days Supply 706
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.8
Peer Average Days Supply177
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 213.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,200.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.69

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 49.7
Days Supply 1,261
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.7
Peer Average Days Supply274
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $493.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.59

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 semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication 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 medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 150
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.4
Peer Average Days Supply205
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $149.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.57

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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clotrimazole-Betamethasone

Generic Formulation: Clotrimazole/Betamethasone DipSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 397
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.3
Peer Average Days Supply520
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $661.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.36

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

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash.

Dutasteride

Generic Formulation: DutasterideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 75
30-Day Fills 224.3
Days Supply 6,730
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,336
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 275.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,573.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$65.91

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 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children.

Estradiol

Generic Formulation: EstradiolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 88.2
Days Supply 2,646
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,969
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,277.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$84.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$99.26

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 17-beta-isomer of estradiol, an aromatized C18 steroid with hydroxyl group at 3-beta- and 17-beta-position. Estradiol-17-beta is the most potent form of mammalian estrogenic steroids.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen. If you are using this medication to treat symptoms only in and around the vagina, products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected. This medication may also be used by women who are not able to produce enough estrogen (for example, due to hypogonadism, primary ovarian failure). Certain estrogen products may also be used by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). However, there are other medications (such as raloxifene, bisphosphonates including alendronate) that are also effective in preventing bone loss and may be safer. These medications should be considered for use before estrogen treatment.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 227
30-Day Fills 648.7
Days Supply 19,405
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,005
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 453.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,348.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.57

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

Clinical Summary

An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication.

Jatenzo

Generic Formulation: Testosterone UndecanoateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 25.5
Days Supply 640
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,010.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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

This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone. Testosterone belongs to a class of drugs known as androgens. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. Testosterone may also be used in certain adolescent boys to cause puberty in those with delayed puberty. This product should not be used in women.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 254
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.8
Peer Average Days Supply158
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $223.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.17

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

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.

Methenamine Hippurate

Generic Formulation: Methenamine HippurateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,560
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,035
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,392.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$113.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.39

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

Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria. It is not used to treat an active infection. Antibiotics must be used first to treat and cure the infection. Methenamine is a drug that stops the growth of bacteria in urine. This medication also contains an ingredient that helps to make the urine acidic. When the urine is acidic, methenamine turns into formaldehyde to kill the bacteria. This drug is effective only against bacterial infections in the urinary tract. It will not work for other types of bacterial infections (such as in the blood) or for viral infections (such as the common cold or flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibacterial drug can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Myrbetriq

Generic Formulation: MirabegronSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 184.8
Days Supply 5,494
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,709
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 115.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $84,770.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,033.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$678.80

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

This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.

Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-CrystSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,217
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.2
Peer Average Days Supply193
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 31.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,602.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.23

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). 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. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Oxybutynin Chloride

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 350
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,134
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $134.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.07

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

This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Oxybutynin Chloride Er

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 118.8
Days Supply 3,521
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,601
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 96.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,943.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.66

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

This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Potassium Citrate Er

Generic Formulation: Potassium CitrateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 1,050
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,230
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,230.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$102.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$183.34

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 powder that dissolves in water, which is administered orally, and is used as a diuretic, expectorant, systemic alkalizer, and electrolyte replenisher.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to make the urine less acidic. This effect helps the kidneys get rid of uric acid, thereby helping to prevent gout and kidney stones. This medication can also prevent and treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease. Citric acid and citrate salts (which contain potassium and sodium) belong to a class of drugs known as urinary alkalinizers. If you have a condition that requires you to limit your intake of potassium and sodium, your doctor may direct you to take a product that is lower in potassium and sodium.

Silodosin

Generic Formulation: SilodosinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 80
30-Day Fills 175.7
Days Supply 5,270
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,973
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 142.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,897.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$136.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$145.37

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

Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Silodosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Solifenacin Succinate

Generic Formulation: Solifenacin SuccinateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 75
30-Day Fills 174.4
Days Supply 5,192
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,787
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 150.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,210.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$162.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$129.24

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 quinuclidine and tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative and selective M3 MUSCARINIC ANTAGONIST. It is used as a UROLOGIC AGENT in the treatment of URINARY INCONTINENCE.

Therapeutic Applications

Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder. By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, solifenacin improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 157
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.6
Peer Average Days Supply308
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $103.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.88

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 533
30-Day Fills 1,456.3
Days Supply 43,572
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills144.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,290
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 788.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,918.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.84

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

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Testosterone

Generic Formulation: TestosteroneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 62.0
Days Supply 1,585
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.6
Peer Average Days Supply701
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 205.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,085.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$92.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$239.63

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 potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL.

Therapeutic Applications

This medicated patch contains testosterone. It is used for hormone replacement in men who are not able to produce enough testosterone (for example, due to hypogonadism). This medication is absorbed through the skin, enters your bloodstream, and helps your body reach normal testosterone levels. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain the male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. This drug should not be used by women.

Testosterone Cypionate

Generic Formulation: Testosterone CypionateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 52.3
Days Supply 1,454
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.5
Peer Average Days Supply929
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 47.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $848.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.76

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

This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone. In males, testosterone is responsible for many normal functions, including growth and development of the genitals, muscles, and bones. It also helps cause normal sexual development (puberty) in boys. Testosterone belongs to a class of drugs known as androgens. It works by affecting many body systems so that the body can develop and function normally. Testosterone may also be used in certain adolescent boys to cause puberty in those with delayed puberty. It may also be used to treat certain types of breast cancer in women.

Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: TrimethoprimSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 71.0
Days Supply 2,118
ME State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,288
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ME. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,193.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$71.96

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 pyrimidine inhibitor of dihydrofolate reductase, it is an antibacterial related to PYRIMETHAMINE. It is potentiated by SULFONAMIDES and the TRIMETHOPRIM, SULFAMETHOXAZOLE DRUG COMBINATION is the form most often used. It is sometimes used alone as an antimalarial. TRIMETHOPRIM RESISTANCE has been reported.

Therapeutic Applications

Trimethoprim is an antibiotic used to treat 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.

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 MARGARET SHANNON GRIFFIN PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Biddeford, ME.

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 **Physician Assistant** 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.