DR. MATTHEW ALAN GILL MD
Prescription History 1164469821
Internal Medicine in Saint Clair Shores, MI
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. MATTHEW ALAN GILL MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Saint Clair Shores, MI. Our medical registry currently tracks 138 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 9,381 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 852 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other MI PrescribersVs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 852 | $15.98 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 852 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 4.7 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (182). Medicare paid an average of $15.98 per fill, versus $15.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 2,331.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 69,896 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 458 | $18.95 | ▲ More than typical |
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 458 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (139). Medicare paid an average of $18.95 per fill, versus $18.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,234.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 36,999 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate | 436 | $11.21 | ▲ More than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 436 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (130). Medicare paid an average of $11.21 per fill, versus $8.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,181.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 35,394 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril | 358 | $13.00 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 358 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.9 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (125). Medicare paid an average of $13.00 per fill, versus $9.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,011 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 30,318 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Simvastatin | 329 | $13.14▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Simvastatin: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2023, this provider wrote 329 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 3.8 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (86). Medicare paid an average of $13.14 per fill, versus $13.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 903 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 27,057 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl | 312 | $12.65 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 312 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (100). Medicare paid an average of $12.65 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 850.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 25,489 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan Potassium | 296 | $17.63 | ▲ More than typical |
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2023, this provider wrote 296 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (106). Medicare paid an average of $17.63 per fill, versus $16.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 775.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 23,216 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 282 | $15.76 | ▲ More than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 282 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (105). Medicare paid an average of $15.76 per fill, versus $15.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 750.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 22,500 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 252 | $24.48▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2023, this provider wrote 252 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 3.5 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (72). Medicare paid an average of $24.48 per fill, versus $32.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 678.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 20,360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 231 | $10.94 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 231 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (72). Medicare paid an average of $10.94 per fill, versus $8.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 657 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 19,711 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Succinate | 218 | $22.47▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 218 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (102). Medicare paid an average of $22.47 per fill, versus $25.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 574 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 17,168 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 200 | $6.53 | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2023, this provider wrote 200 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.9 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (69). Medicare paid an average of $6.53 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 493 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,766 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 191 | $20.48 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 191 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (60). Medicare paid an average of $20.48 per fill, versus $17.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 523.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,714 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 165 | $21.78 | ▲ More than typical |
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 165 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (80). Medicare paid an average of $21.78 per fill, versus $21.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 441 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,230 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alprazolam | 157 | $6.80▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 157 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (68). Medicare paid an average of $6.80 per fill, versus $8.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 243 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,158 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Furosemide | 143 | $6.79 | ▲ More than typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 143 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (73). Medicare paid an average of $6.79 per fill, versus $6.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 359.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,686 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Allopurinol | 139 | $21.98 | ▲ More than typical |
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 139 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $21.98 per fill, versus $14.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 415.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,465 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 120 | $10.67▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 120 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (60). Medicare paid an average of $10.67 per fill, versus $12.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 294.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,774 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate | 119 | $21.87 | ▲ More than typical |
About Clopidogrel: Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2023, this provider wrote 119 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $21.87 per fill, versus $16.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 353 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,574 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 116 | $17.30▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 116 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (94). Medicare paid an average of $17.30 per fill, versus $19.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 118 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,413 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| JanuviaSitagliptin Phosphate | 110 | $1,035.40 | ▲ More than typical |
About Januvia: Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sitagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A pyrazine-derived DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITOR and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that increases the levels of the INCRETIN hormones GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). It is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2023, this provider wrote 110 Medicare prescriptions for Januvia, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,035.40 per fill, versus $989.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 218 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,538 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 106 | $17.29▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 106 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $17.29 per fill, versus $19.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 185 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,522 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carvedilol | 104 | $13.62 | ▲ More than typical |
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 104 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $13.62 per fill, versus $12.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 260 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,784 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gabapentin | 98 | $20.66 | ≈ Typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 98 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (87). Medicare paid an average of $20.66 per fill, versus $20.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 207.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 92 | $1,320.38 | ≈ Typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 92 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (76). Medicare paid an average of $1,320.38 per fill, versus $879.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 226 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nifedipine ErNifedipine | 88 | $59.19▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Nifedipine Er: This medication is used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ It may allow you to exercise more and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. Nifedipine belongs to a class of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication must be taken regularly to be effective. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with their doctor or pharmacist, as well as other possibly safer forms of nifedipine (such as the long-acting tablets). A potent vasodilator agent with calcium antagonistic action. It is a useful anti-anginal agent that also lowers blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 88 Medicare prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $59.19 per fill, versus $59.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 239.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,186 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atenolol | 88 | $11.87 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2023, this provider wrote 88 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $11.87 per fill, versus $10.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 242 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamterene-HydrochlorothiazidTriamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid | 87 | $13.90 | ▲ More than typical |
About Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is a combination of two water pills (diuretics): triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. This combination is used by people who have developed or are at risk for having low potassium levels on hydrochlorothiazide. It causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. In 2023, this provider wrote 87 Medicare prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $13.90 per fill, versus $13.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 232.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,962 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide | 85 | $20.08 | ▲ More than typical |
About Glipizide: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 85 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $20.08 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 250.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,500 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 84 | $33.43 | ▲ More than typical |
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 84 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $33.43 per fill, versus $29.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 246 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide | 81 | $12.33 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2023, this provider wrote 81 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $12.33 per fill, versus $11.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 230 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Potassium Chloride | 79 | $41.02 | ▲ More than typical |
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 79 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $41.02 per fill, versus $32.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 202.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,045 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 79 | $12.48▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 79 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $12.48 per fill, versus $13.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 169 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Montelukast Sodium | 75 | $15.21▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. In 2023, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $15.21 per fill, versus $19.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 217 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,510 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pravastatin Sodium | 70 | $28.43 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pravastatin Sodium: Pravastatin 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2023, this provider wrote 70 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $28.43 per fill, versus $21.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 208.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,258 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 68 | $14.65 | ▲ More than typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 68 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $14.65 per fill, versus $10.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 164 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,920 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide ErGlipizide | 67 | $25.91 | ▲ More than typical |
About Glipizide Er: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 67 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $25.91 per fill, versus $25.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 169 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,055 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 66 | $66.26 | ≈ Typical |
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $66.26 per fill, versus $51.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 114.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,336 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ezetimibe | 66 | $30.10▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $30.10 per fill, versus $58.78 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 176 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,280 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methylprednisolone | 62 | $8.13▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Methylprednisolone: Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders. A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $8.13 per fill, versus $8.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 62 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 372 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 60 | $9.11 | ▲ More than typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 60 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $9.11 per fill, versus $8.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 176 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,280 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 57 | $65.16 | ≈ Typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $65.16 per fill, versus $46.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 157 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| JardianceEmpagliflozin | 57 | $905.72▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2023, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $905.72 per fill, versus $1,053.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 87 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,610 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diazepam | 51 | $4.51▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Diazepam: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $4.51 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 67 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,981 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ErIsosorbide Mononitrate | 49 | $28.03 | ≈ Typical |
About Isosorbide Mononitrate Er: Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $28.03 per fill, versus $19.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 147 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Enalapril Maleate | 48 | $28.23 | ▲ More than typical |
About Enalapril Maleate: Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to help prevent people with a certain heart problem (left ventricular dysfunction) from developing heart failure. Enalapril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. An angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor that is used to treat HYPERTENSION and HEART FAILURE. In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $28.23 per fill, versus $25.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 142 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lantus SolostarInsulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 46 | $867.16 | ≈ Typical |
About Lantus Solostar: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $867.16 per fill, versus $718.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 132.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,924 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Celecoxib | 46 | $31.75▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Celecoxib: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Show more ▾ It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. 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 drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling. A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN. In 2023, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $31.75 per fill, versus $53.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 98 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,940 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl | 45 | $59.44 | ≈ Typical |
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $59.44 per fill, versus $46.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 99 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,971 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 44 | $8.61 | ▲ More than typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $8.61 per fill, versus $7.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 98 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,940 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Donepezil Hcl | 44 | $28.61 | ≈ Typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $28.61 per fill, versus $17.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 104 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,120 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alendronate Sodium | 43 | $14.28 | ≈ Typical |
About Alendronate Sodium: Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Show more ▾ Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. A nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $14.28 per fill, versus $12.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 118.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,554 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ibuprofen | 42 | $11.75 | ≈ Typical |
About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. Show more ▾ When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $11.75 per fill, versus $8.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 66 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,894 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meloxicam | 42 | $7.36 | ≈ Typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $7.36 per fill, versus $6.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 90 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,684 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| OzempicSemaglutide | 41 | $1,267.20▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,267.20 per fill, versus $1,350.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 58.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,712 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl | 39 | $8.29 | ≈ Typical |
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ 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. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 76% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $8.29 per fill, versus $7.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 41 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,034 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pregabalin | 39 | $90.07 | ≈ Typical |
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures). A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $90.07 per fill, versus $45.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 78.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,354 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydralazine Hcl | 37 | $18.91 | ≈ Typical |
About Hydralazine Hcl: Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 37 Medicare prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $18.91 per fill, versus $17.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 103 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Warfarin Sodium | 36 | $17.67 | ≈ Typical |
About Warfarin Sodium: This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body. Show more ▾ Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood. An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $17.67 per fill, versus $14.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 98.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,958 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Azithromycin | 36 | $3.79▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Azithromycin: This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $3.79 per fill, versus $7.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 165 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| FenofibrateFenofibrate Nanocrystallized | 33 | $43.88▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fenofibrate: Fenofibrate 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. Show more ▾ It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $43.88 per fill, versus $49.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 99 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,970 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 32 | $2.75▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 86% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $2.75 per fill, versus $13.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,269 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Finasteride | 31 | $24.20 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ 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. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about 65% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $24.20 per fill, versus $20.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 85 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,550 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters | 31 | $74.88▼ below MI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters: Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride). Show more ▾ It may also raise good cholesterol (HDL). In general, this drug is used after your blood fat levels have not been fully controlled by non-drug treatments (such as diet changes, exercise, decreasing alcohol intake, weight loss if overweight, controlling blood sugar if diabetic, and regulating your thyroid hormone levels). Lowering triglycerides and increasing good cholesterol may help decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. Omega-3 acid ethyl esters are thought to work by decreasing the amount of triglyceride the body makes. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $74.88 per fill, versus $105.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 67 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,010 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lovastatin | 31 | $16.46 | ≈ Typical |
About Lovastatin: Lovastatin 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $16.46 per fill, versus $14.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 93 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,790 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amoxicillin | 29 | $2.98 | ≈ Typical |
About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 76% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $2.98 per fill, versus $2.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Valsartan-HydrochlorothiazideValsartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 28 | $42.87▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $42.87 per fill, versus $74.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 82.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,484 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 28 | $16.73 | ≈ Typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $16.73 per fill, versus $14.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 66 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate-BenazeprilAmlodipine Besylate/Benazepril | 27 | $23.94▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril: This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril). Show more ▾ It is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $23.94 per fill, versus $38.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,354 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prednisone | 27 | $6.43 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about 61% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $6.43 per fill, versus $5.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 826 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl | 27 | $47.43 | ≈ Typical |
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $47.43 per fill, versus $33.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 65 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,951 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)Diltiazem Hcl | 26 | $40.88▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd): Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 79% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $40.88 per fill, versus $51.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 72 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride ErOxybutynin Chloride | 26 | $17.47▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride Er: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 81% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $17.47 per fill, versus $42.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 52 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,560 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Novolog FlexpenInsulin Aspart | 26 | $1,983.96 | ≈ Typical |
About Novolog Flexpen: Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin aspart is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin aspart starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin that has been modified to contain an ASPARTIC ACID instead of a PROLINE at position 38 of the B-chain. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 87% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $1,983.96 per fill, versus $959.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 69.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,095 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 25 | $22.87 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $22.87 per fill, versus $15.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 69 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 25 | $30.50▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 78% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $30.50 per fill, versus $33.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 58.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 25 | $9.01 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $9.01 per fill, versus $8.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,560 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Acyclovir | 24 | $14.81▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Acyclovir: Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir 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. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections. A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Acyclovir, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $14.81 per fill, versus $27.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| XareltoRivaroxaban | 23 | $1,210.16 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Xarelto: Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Xarelto, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $1,210.16 per fill, versus $965.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 53.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,573 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Verapamil ErVerapamil Hcl | 22 | $53.09 | ≈ Typical |
About Verapamil Er: Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $53.09 per fill, versus $36.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 66 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,980 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fenofibrate | 22 | $29.75▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Fenofibrate: Fenofibrate 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. Show more ▾ It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $29.75 per fill, versus $49.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 64 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,920 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levemir FlexpenInsulin Detemir | 22 | $1,136.49 | – No State Data |
About Levemir Flexpen: Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin detemir is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin detemir may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs (such as metformin, exenatide). A recombinant long-acting insulin and hypoglycemic agent in which a MYRISTIC ACID is conjugated to a LYSINE at position B29. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen. Medicare paid an average of $1,136.49 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $1,136.49 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,501 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Candesartan Cilexetil | 21 | $117.36▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Candesartan Cilexetil: Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Candesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication is also used to treat heart failure. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 1 year due to increased risk of side effects. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $117.36 per fill, versus $131.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 21 | $18.46▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $18.46 per fill, versus $19.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 51.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,545 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Combivent RespimatIpratropium/Albuterol Sulfate | 21 | $796.11 | ≈ Typical |
About Combivent Respimat: This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ This product contains 2 medications: ipratropium and albuterol (also known as salbutamol). Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that the airways open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $796.11 per fill, versus $642.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,044 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 20 | $26.32 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $26.32 per fill, versus $16.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TradjentaLinagliptin | 20 | $974.39 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tradjenta: Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used by people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Linagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A purine and quinazoline derivative that functions as an INCRETIN and DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBTOR. It is used as a HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT in the treatment of TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 71% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $974.39 per fill, versus $704.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TrulicityDulaglutide | 20 | $1,458.63 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $1,458.63 per fill, versus $1,371.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 840 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trelegy ElliptaFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter | 20 | $988.76 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trelegy Ellipta: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $988.76 per fill, versus $868.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Terazosin Hcl | 19 | $29.32 | ≈ Typical |
About Terazosin Hcl: Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Terazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Terazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 83% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $29.32 per fill, versus $22.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 19 | $5.59▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: 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. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $5.59 per fill, versus $12.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 657 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SymbicortBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate | 19 | $699.85 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Symbicort: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. 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. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. A pharmaceutical preparation of budesonide and formoterol fumarate that is used as an ANTI-ASTHMATIC AGENT and for the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Symbicort, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $699.85 per fill, versus $548.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl | 19 | $30.16▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $30.16 per fill, versus $45.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tolterodine Tartrate ErTolterodine Tartrate | 18 | $223.44 | ≈ Typical |
About Tolterodine Tartrate Er: This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder. Show more ▾ By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, tolterodine improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics. An ANTIMUSCARINIC AGENT selective for the MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS of the BLADDER that is used in the treatment of URINARY INCONTINENCE and URINARY URGE INCONTINENCE. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 78% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $223.44 per fill, versus $188.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,500 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Colchicine | 18 | $53.38▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Colchicine: This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares). Show more ▾ Usually gout symptoms develop suddenly and involve only one or a few joints. The big toe, knee, or ankle joints are most often affected. Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. When uric acid levels in the blood are too high, the uric acid may form hard crystals in your joints. Colchicine works by decreasing swelling and lessening the build up of uric acid crystals that cause pain in the affected joint(s). This medication is also used to prevent attacks of pain in the abdomen, chest, or joints caused by a certain inherited disease (familial Mediterranean fever). It is thought to work by decreasing your body's production of a certain protein (amyloid A) that builds up in people with familial Mediterranean fever. Colchicine is not a pain medication and should not be used to relieve other causes of pain. A major alkaloid from Colchicum autumnale L. and found also in other Colchicum species. Its primary therapeutic use is in the treatment of gout, but it has been used also in the therapy of familial Mediterranean fever (PERIODIC DISEASE). In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Colchicine, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $53.38 per fill, versus $89.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,381 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LoperamideLoperamide Hcl | 18 | $20.66▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Loperamide: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to treat sudden diarrhea (including traveler's diarrhea). It works by slowing down the movement of the gut. This decreases the number of bowel movements and makes the stool less watery. Loperamide is also used to reduce the amount of discharge in patients who have undergone an ileostomy. It is also used to treat on-going diarrhea in people with inflammatory bowel disease. Loperamide treats only the symptoms, not the cause of the diarrhea (such as infection). Treatment of other symptoms and the cause of the diarrhea should be determined by your doctor. One of the long-acting synthetic ANTIDIARRHEALS; it is not significantly absorbed from the gut, and has no effect on the adrenergic system or central nervous system, but may antagonize histamine and interfere with acetylcholine release locally. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Loperamide, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $20.66 per fill, versus $34.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SynthroidLevothyroxine Sodium | 18 | $81.91 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Synthroid: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Synthroid, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $81.91 per fill, versus $39.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 54 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Indapamide | 18 | $14.61▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Indapamide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Indapamide is also used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Indapamide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A benzamide-sulfonamide-indole derived DIURETIC that functions by inhibiting SODIUM CHLORIDE SYMPORTERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Indapamide, about 72% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $14.61 per fill, versus $22.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluvastatin Sodium | 18 | $172.30 | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluvastatin Sodium: Fluvastatin 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An indole-heptanoic acid derivative that inhibits HMG COA REDUCTASE and is used to treat HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA. In contrast to other statins, it does not appear to interact with other drugs that inhibit CYP3A4. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Fluvastatin Sodium, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (14). Medicare paid an average of $172.30 per fill, versus $150.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim | 18 | $3.08▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim: This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Show more ▾ It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 75% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $3.08 per fill, versus $4.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 119 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl ErMetformin Hcl | 18 | $17.69 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Metformin Hcl Er: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $17.69 per fill, versus $15.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 54 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| NitrofurantoinNitrofurantoin Macrocrystal | 18 | $26.06▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nitrofurantoin: Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about 72% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $26.06 per fill, versus $46.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 17 | $35.37 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Doxazosin Mesylate: Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Doxazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Doxazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. A prazosin-related compound that is a selective alpha-1-adrenergic blocker. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 68% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $35.37 per fill, versus $22.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Valsartan | 17 | $29.87▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Valsartan: Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan, about 68% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $29.87 per fill, versus $45.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meclizine Hcl | 16 | $7.00▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾ It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 73% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $7.00 per fill, versus $12.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 522 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alcohol Prep PadsAlcohol Antiseptic Pads | 16 | $2.88▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $2.88 per fill, versus $25.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 240 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lorazepam | 16 | $18.03 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $18.03 per fill, versus $8.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 41 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,230 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nano 2nd Gen Pen NeedlePen Needle, Diabetic | 16 | $53.19▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $53.19 per fill, versus $99.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluticasone-SalmeterolFluticasone Propion/Salmeterol | 16 | $495.49 | ≈ Typical |
About Fluticasone-Salmeterol: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. 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. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as salmeterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 76% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $495.49 per fill, versus $256.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Humalog Kwikpen U-100Insulin Lispro | 16 | $1,706.41 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Humalog Kwikpen U-100: Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide). Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $1,706.41 per fill, versus $935.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,147 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nystatin | 15 | $21.97▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 65% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $21.97 per fill, versus $24.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 19.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 556 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Basaglar Kwikpen U-100Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 15 | $552.12 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Basaglar Kwikpen U-100: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $552.12 per fill, versus $435.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 25.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 756 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Digoxin | 14 | $43.56 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Digoxin: Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications. Show more ▾ It is also used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat (such as chronic atrial fibrillation). Treating heart failure may help maintain your ability to walk and exercise and may improve the strength of your heart. Treating an irregular heartbeat can also improve your ability to exercise. Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. This reduces strain on the heart and helps it maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat. A cardiotonic glycoside obtained mainly from Digitalis lanata; it consists of three sugars and the aglycone DIGOXIGENIN. Digoxin has positive inotropic and negative chronotropic activity. It is used to control ventricular rate in ATRIAL FIBRILLATION and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. The margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p666) In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Digoxin, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $43.56 per fill, versus $34.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,180 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| FarxigaDapagliflozin Propanediol | 14 | $1,202.08 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Farxiga: Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Farxiga, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,202.08 per fill, versus $946.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Baclofen | 14 | $39.92 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Baclofen: Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. A GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Baclofen, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $39.92 per fill, versus $30.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Unifine Pentips PlusPen Needle, Diabetic | 14 | $16.64▼ below MI avg | ≈ Typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Unifine Pentips Plus, about the same volume as the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (14). Medicare paid an average of $16.64 per fill, versus $33.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 24.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 740 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Chlorthalidone | 13 | $32.47 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Chlorthalidone: Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to reduce extra salt and water in the body caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Decreasing extra salt and water in the body helps to decrease swelling (edema) and breathing problems caused by fluid in the lungs. Chlorthalidone is a water pill (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A benzenesulfonamide-phthalimidine that tautomerizes to a BENZOPHENONES form. It is considered a thiazide-like diuretic. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $32.47 per fill, versus $29.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,110 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ultra-Fine Short Pen NeedlePen Needle, Diabetic | 13 | $73.44▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 62% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $73.44 per fill, versus $84.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 35.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,060 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carvedilol ErCarvedilol Phosphate | 13 | $261.30 | ≈ Typical |
About Carvedilol Er: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol Er, about 87% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $261.30 per fill, versus $259.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ventolin HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 13 | $90.83 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ventolin Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $90.83 per fill, versus $74.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 679 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ValacyclovirValacyclovir Hcl | 13 | $33.66▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Valacyclovir: Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 65% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $33.66 per fill, versus $47.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 473 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Azelastine Hcl | 13 | $60.82 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Azelastine Hcl: This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Show more ▾ Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $60.82 per fill, versus $42.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 977 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pioglitazone Hcl | 13 | $32.44▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Pioglitazone Hcl: Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called glitazones) used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Pioglitazone is used either alone or in combination with other diabetes medications (such as metformin or a sulfonylurea such as glyburide). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of pioglitazone. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $32.44 per fill, versus $34.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clotrimazole-BetamethasoneClotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip | 13 | $10.97▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clotrimazole-Betamethasone: This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. Show more ▾ This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $10.97 per fill, versus $28.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 424 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 12 | $4.75▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $4.75 per fill, versus $6.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 97 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| DuleraMometasone/Formoterol | 12 | $330.51▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dulera: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: mometasone and formoterol. Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. 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. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. A pharmaceutical preparation of mometasone furoate and formoterol fumarate that is used as an inhaled dosage form for the treatment of ASTHMA. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Dulera, about 67% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $330.51 per fill, versus $457.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gemfibrozil | 12 | $22.75▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Gemfibrozil: Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It may also help to lower bad cholesterol (LDL). Gemfibrozil belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. It works by decreasing the amount of fat produced by the liver. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, gemfibrozil might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risk and benefits of gemfibrozil. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, drinking less alcohol, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. A lipid-regulating agent that lowers elevated serum lipids primarily by decreasing serum triglycerides with a variable reduction in total cholesterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $22.75 per fill, versus $31.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alfuzosin Hcl ErAlfuzosin Hcl | 12 | $19.64▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Alfuzosin Hcl Er: Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $19.64 per fill, versus $33.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ramelteon | 12 | $77.12▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ramelteon: This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). Show more ▾ It helps you fall asleep faster so you can get a full night's rest. Sleep is important for your ability to function, think clearly, and remain alert. Lack of sleep can cause problems such as depression, heart disease and accidents. Getting enough sleep allows your mind and body to repair itself and increases your energy throughout the day. Ramelteon works like a natural substance called melatonin that is produced by your body. It helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm). In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Ramelteon, about 71% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $77.12 per fill, versus $127.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 345 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 11 | $7.68▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $7.68 per fill, versus $19.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 343 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Spironolactone | 11 | $23.99 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $23.99 per fill, versus $13.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dutasteride | 11 | $44.20▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dutasteride: This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children. A 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Dutasteride, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $44.20 per fill, versus $61.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| MyrbetriqMirabegron | 11 | $909.92 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Myrbetriq: This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Show more ▾ Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $909.92 per fill, versus $682.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Propranolol Hcl | 11 | $24.29▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Propranolol Hcl: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $24.29 per fill, versus $24.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Calcitriol | 11 | $20.63▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Calcitriol: Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Show more ▾ Most people get enough vitamin D from exposure to the sun and from fortified food products (such as dairy products, vitamins). Vitamin D helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals (such as calcium, phosphorus) that are needed for building and keeping strong bones. Before regular vitamin D can be used by the body, it needs to be changed to the active form by the liver and kidneys. Calcitriol is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium/phosphorus/parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually used along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications. The physiologically active form of vitamin D. It is formed primarily in the kidney by enzymatic hydroxylation of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (CALCIFEDIOL). Its production is stimulated by low blood calcium levels and parathyroid hormone. Calcitriol increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, and in concert with parathyroid hormone increases bone resorption. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Calcitriol, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $20.63 per fill, versus $28.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 27.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 827 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Wixela InhubFluticasone Propion/Salmeterol | 11 | $463.63 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Wixela Inhub: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. 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. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as salmeterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 61% of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $463.63 per fill, versus $314.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cephalexin | 11 | $4.38▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $4.38 per fill, versus $7.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 59 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonidine Hcl | 11 | $9.92▼ below MI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Michigan prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $9.92 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MI prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MI average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. MATTHEW ALAN GILL MD is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Internal Medicine prescribing approach at this Saint Clair Shores, MI practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among MI prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
