SONAL PARIKH M.D.
Prescription History 1144607136
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Houston, TX


Quality Rating: 94.07 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since April 29, 2015

Contact Information

18220 STATE HIGHWAY 249
SUITE 270
HOUSTON, TX
ZIP 77070
Phone: (713) 791-9966

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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 SONAL PARIKH M.D., an active MOHS-Micrographic Surgery specialist practicing in Houston, TX. Our medical registry currently tracks 12 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 447 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ketoconazole, which accounts for 138 claims alone.


Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 22.3
Days Supply 654
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.6
Peer Average Days Supply722
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $963.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.94

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 a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 46.5
Days Supply 1,269
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,082
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,228.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$73.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$76.97

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 derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,023
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.7
Peer Average Days Supply495
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 67.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,280.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.67

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 tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline 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.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills132.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,952
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $179.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.90

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.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.4
Peer Average Days Supply949
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $888.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$80.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$108.74

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 analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,138
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.5
Peer Average Days Supply886
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 31.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $264.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.30

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 main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 138
30-Day Fills 144.7
Days Supply 4,034
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,369
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 200.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,404.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.47

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 480
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills13.0
Peer Average Days Supply41
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $978.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$69.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.06

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 nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 377
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.9
Peer Average Days Supply514
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $193.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.19

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 77
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,282
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $45.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.68

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 63
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,828
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,030
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $758.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.36

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.

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 122
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply800
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $240.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.48

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 prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

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 SONAL PARIKH M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Houston, TX.

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 **MOHS-Micrographic Surgery** 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.