BRIAN A SKJEI M.D.
Prescription History 1154769313
Emergency Medicine in Seattle, WA

NPI Status: Active since June 10, 2013

Contact Information

810 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
SEATTLE, WA
ZIP 98122
Phone: (360) 840-6106

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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 BRIAN A SKJEI M.D., an active Emergency Medicine specialist practicing in Seattle, WA. Our medical registry currently tracks 11 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 207 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Oxycodone Hcl, which accounts for 45 claims alone.


Albuterol Sulfate Hfa

Generic Formulation: Albuterol SulfateSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 320
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,304
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $312.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.79

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 short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol.

Therapeutic Applications

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 92
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.7
Peer Average Days Supply194
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $133.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.72

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 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: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 145
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.0
Peer Average Days Supply173
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $474.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.00

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: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 104
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply296
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $75.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.43

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

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.

Doxycycline Monohydrate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline MonohydrateSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 113
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.7
Peer Average Days Supply560
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $177.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.49

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

A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor.

Lactulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 72
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.9
Peer Average Days Supply488
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $70.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.12

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 disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 111
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.0
Peer Average Days Supply666
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $103.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.29

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 centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Naproxen

Generic Formulation: NaproxenSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 162
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.2
Peer Average Days Supply723
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $66.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.05

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

An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout.

Therapeutic Applications

Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 68
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.4
Peer Average Days Supply245
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $106.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.31

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 competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 198
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.1
Peer Average Days Supply920
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $120.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.32

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 derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone 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.

Prochlorperazine Maleate

Generic Formulation: Prochlorperazine MaleateSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 96
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.4
Peer Average Days Supply355
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $109.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.60

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 phenothiazine antipsychotic used principally in the treatment of NAUSEA; VOMITING; and VERTIGO. It is more likely than CHLORPROMAZINE to cause EXTRAPYRAMIDAL DISORDERS. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p612)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting from certain causes (for example, after surgery or cancer treatment). Prochlorperazine belongs to a class of drugs known as phenothiazines. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years or in children going through surgery.

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 BRIAN A SKJEI M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Seattle, WA.

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 **Emergency 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.