DR. BRANDON CRAFT M.D.
Prescription History 1164500500
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Port Matilda, PA

NPI Status: Active since November 02, 2006

Contact Information

132 ABIGAIL LN
PORT MATILDA, PA
ZIP 16870
Phone: (814) 272-5011
Fax: (814) 272-6531

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. BRANDON CRAFT M.D., an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Port Matilda, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 326 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Omeprazole, which accounts for 150 claims alone.


Balsalazide Disodium

Generic Formulation: Balsalazide DisodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,051
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,327.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$145.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$195.12

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Balsalazide is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Balsalazide belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon.

Budesonide Ec

Generic Formulation: BudesonideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.6
Peer Average Days Supply834
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,716.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$143.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$356.16

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A glucocorticoid used in the management of ASTHMA, the treatment of various skin disorders, and allergic RHINITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. 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 as prescribed.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 93.0
Days Supply 2,772
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.9
Peer Average Days Supply252
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 33.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $672.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.26

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion.

Therapeutic Applications

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. 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.

Linzess

Generic Formulation: LinaclotideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 21.3
Days Supply 640
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,286
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,587.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$962.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$655.66

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

Loperamide

Generic Formulation: Loperamide HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 510
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.4
Peer Average Days Supply420
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $479.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.42

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. 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.

Mesalamine

Generic Formulation: MesalamineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 762
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,311
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,482.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$820.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$679.32

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 150
30-Day Fills 278.3
Days Supply 8,252
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims109.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills228.1
Peer Average Days Supply6,721
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 37.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,890.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.36

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). 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.

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 152
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.8
Peer Average Days Supply309
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $76.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.25

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 70.7
Days Supply 2,120
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims96.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills183.0
Peer Average Days Supply5,317
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $975.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.43

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). 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).

Xifaxan

Generic Formulation: RifaximinSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.4
Days Supply 402
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.7
Peer Average Days Supply570
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $38,524.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,963.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,573.32

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic rifamycin derivative and anti-bacterial agent that is used for the treatment of GASTROENTERITIS caused by ESCHERICHIA COLI INFECTIONS. It may also be used in the treatment of HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E. coli (traveler's diarrhea). Rifaximin should not be used if you have a fever or bloody diarrhea. 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. Rifaximin is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. It is also used to prevent a brain problem caused by liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy). It may help you think more clearly.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. BRANDON CRAFT M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Port Matilda, PA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Gastroenterology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.