DR. CONRAD JOSEPH BENEDETTO JR. D.O.
Prescription History 1154718849
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Drexel Hill, PA


Quality Rating: 82.17 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since April 20, 2015

Contact Information

2221 GARRETT RD
DREXEL HILL, PA
ZIP 19026
Phone: (610) 623-5885

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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. CONRAD JOSEPH BENEDETTO JR. D.O., an active MOHS-Micrographic Surgery specialist practicing in Drexel Hill, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 9 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 842 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Mupirocin, which accounts for 267 claims alone.


Cefadroxil

Generic Formulation: CefadroxilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 195
30-Day Fills 195.0
Days Supply 1,454
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.6
Peer Average Days Supply486
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 550.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,317.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.43

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

Long-acting, broad-spectrum, water-soluble, CEPHALEXIN derivative.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. 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: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 141
30-Day Fills 141.0
Days Supply 1,185
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply272
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 422.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,097.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.71

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.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 963
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.2
Peer Average Days Supply950
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,439.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$67.05

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 102
30-Day Fills 102.0
Days Supply 992
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.1
Peer Average Days Supply494
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 264.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,308.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.72

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.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.1
Days Supply 498
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.1
Peer Average Days Supply891
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,895.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$111.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.71

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.

Gentamicin Sulfate

Generic Formulation: Gentamicin SulfateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.2
Days Supply 399
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.6
Peer Average Days Supply425
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $796.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.88

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 complex of closely related aminoglycosides obtained from MICROMONOSPORA purpurea and related species. They are broad-spectrum antibiotics, but may cause ear and kidney damage. They act to inhibit PROTEIN BIOSYNTHESIS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat bacterial infections (such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis) of the eye and the skin around the eyes (such as eyelids). It is also used to prevent infection after eye injury or surgery. It belongs to a class of drugs known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. Gentamicin works by killing the bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. This drug should not be used in newborns due to an increased risk of serious side effects.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 730
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,170
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $604.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.69

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

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.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 267
30-Day Fills 267.0
Days Supply 3,940
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.7
Peer Average Days Supply487
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 734.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,086.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.74

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 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.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 37.7
Days Supply 987
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.9
Peer Average Days Supply919
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $486.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.97

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

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.

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. CONRAD JOSEPH BENEDETTO JR. D.O. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Drexel Hill, PA.

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.