NICOLE CARRETTA PHALEN RN
Prescription History 1164091963
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Holyoke, MA
What does Nicole Phalen prescribe?
In 2024, Nicole Phalen wrote 2,004 Medicare prescriptions for 67 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 121 prescriptions for 35 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Nicole Phalen prescribes.
Medications 67 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Massachusetts prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 121 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 64% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $9.69 per fill, versus $13.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 99 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $14.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 86 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $9.43 per fill, versus $9.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 83 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 85% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $12.01 per fill, versus $15.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 79 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,142.61 per fill, versus $1,207.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 67 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $9.77 per fill, versus $8.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 60 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $7.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 60 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $20.42 per fill, versus $16.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 56 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $19.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 56 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $8.89 per fill, versus $10.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 55 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $61.98 per fill, versus $66.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 53 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $7.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 52 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 66% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $14.91 per fill, versus $28.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 47 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $96.08 per fill, versus $121.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains 2 amide-type local anesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 43 prescriptions for Lidocaine-Prilocaine, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.20 per fill, versus $13.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 42 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 85% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,255.72 per fill, versus $1,010.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 37 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $11.11 per fill, versus $16.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 36 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $8.76 per fill, versus $9.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 32 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $157.00 per fill, versus $217.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 31 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $349.80 per fill, versus $431.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 30 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 68% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.16 per fill, versus $19.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 29 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $7.64 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 28 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 25% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $18.18 per fill, versus $18.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 27 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 30% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $12.02 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 27 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 36% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $9.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 25 prescriptions for Pentips Pen Needle, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $50.29 per fill, versus $43.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 24 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $17.09 per fill, versus $26.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $128.20 per fill, versus $149.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 23 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $11.70 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 23 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 68% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.55 per fill, versus $26.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 22 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 80% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $21.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 21 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.18 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 20 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $13.67 per fill, versus $26.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 19 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.20 per fill, versus $8.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $10.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 64% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.60 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 19 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $27.46 per fill, versus $28.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 19 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.41 per fill, versus $6.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 18 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 31% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $35.32 per fill, versus $31.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 18 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,024.91 per fill, versus $854.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 18 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 70% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $63.93 per fill, versus $90.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 18 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $495.56 per fill, versus $644.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 16 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about 62% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $446.49 per fill, versus $444.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 16 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 41% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.00 per fill, versus $15.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 16 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 68% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $11.93 per fill, versus $10.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $13.10 per fill, versus $12.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $18.51 per fill, versus $17.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 15 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.88 per fill, versus $20.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 14 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 31% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.78 per fill, versus $11.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 14 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.83 per fill, versus $12.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 13 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14.60 per fill, versus $20.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 13 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $81.86 per fill, versus $40.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Niacin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 12 prescriptions for Niacin Er, about 75% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $31.61 per fill, versus $81.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 12 prescriptions for Single Use Swab, about 66% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $4.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 12 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 30% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.79 per fill, versus $9.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 12 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 34% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $16.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.37 per fill, versus $27.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 24% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.91 per fill, versus $14.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 41% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.78 per fill, versus $15.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $9.42 per fill, versus $16.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.67 per fill, versus $13.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 24% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $18.24 per fill, versus $19.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Lantus, about 39% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $71.69 per fill, versus $108.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 21% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.59 per fill, versus $7.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Novolog, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $79.50 per fill, versus $223.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Nicole Phalen wrote 11 prescriptions for Sure Comfort Pen Needle, about 78% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $51.89 per fill, versus $60.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Nicole Phalen’s prescriptions
What does Nicole Phalen prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Nicole Phalen's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (121), Gabapentin (99) and Metformin Hcl (86).
How does Nicole Phalen's prescribing compare with other Massachusetts prescribers?
Of the 67 medications with a state comparison, Nicole Phalen prescribes 6 more often than the typical Massachusetts prescriber, 12 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Nicole Phalen prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Massachusetts prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
