LAKSHMA R TIYYAGURA MD
Prescription History 1164527883
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Stockton, CA


Quality Rating: 100 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since September 14, 2006

Contact Information

420 W ACACIA ST
# 18
STOCKTON, CA
ZIP 95203
Phone: (209) 466-4685
Fax: (209) 466-4695

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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 LAKSHMA R TIYYAGURA MD, an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Stockton, CA. Our medical registry currently tracks 36 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,360 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Famotidine, which accounts for 411 claims alone.


Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 111
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.0
Peer Average Days Supply275
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $60.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.06

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 broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,950
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills129.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,847
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $475.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.81

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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.

Cholestyramine

Generic Formulation: Cholestyramine (With Sugar)Specialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 569
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply788
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $923.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.15

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 strongly basic anion exchange resin whose main constituent is polystyrene trimethylbenzylammonium Cl(-) anion.

Therapeutic Applications

Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to 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. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Cholestyramine Light

Generic Formulation: Cholestyramine/AspartameSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 27.2
Days Supply 816
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.7
Peer Average Days Supply575
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,038.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$94.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$112.18

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

Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to 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. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Colesevelam Hcl

Generic Formulation: Colesevelam HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 494
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,010
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,419.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$263.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$393.09

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 allylamine derivative that binds BILE ACIDS in the intestine and is used as an ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT in the treatment of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower cholesterol in people with high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. Colesevelam is also used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower high blood sugar 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. Colesevelam belongs to a class of drugs called bile acid-binding resins. Bile acid is a natural substance the liver makes by using cholesterol. This medication works by removing bile acid from the body. This causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol, which reduces cholesterol levels in the blood. It is not known how colesevelam works in lowering blood sugar.

Constulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.3
Peer Average Days Supply425
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $804.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.90

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Creon

Generic Formulation: Lipase/Protease/AmylaseSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 84
30-Day Fills 108.6
Days Supply 3,164
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,989
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 44.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $163,099.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,941.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,326.08

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 contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food. It is used in conditions where the pancreas cannot make or does not release enough digestive enzymes into the small intestines to digest the food (conditions such as chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, cancer of the pancreas, post-pancreatectomy, post-gastrointestinal bypass surgery).

Dexlansoprazole Dr

Generic Formulation: DexlansoprazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 74.0
Days Supply 2,220
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,634
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,252.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$296.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$335.36

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

The R-isomer of lansoprazole that is used to treat severe GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE.

Therapeutic Applications

Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). 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. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Dexlansoprazole is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Dicyclomine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dicyclomine HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 716
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.3
Peer Average Days Supply877
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $483.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.93

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.

Doxycycline Monohydrate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline MonohydrateSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 168
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply439
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $851.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.84

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Entecavir

Generic Formulation: EntecavirSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,774
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,746
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,358.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$105.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$283.17

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. Entecavir is used to treat long-term hepatitis B infection. Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus. Long-term infection can cause liver damage, rarely liver cancer, and liver failure. Entecavir helps to decrease the amount of hepatitis B virus in your body. It is unknown if this medication lowers your chance of getting liver cancer or liver damage. Entecavir is an antiviral that belongs to a class of drugs known as hepatitis B virus nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Entecavir is not a cure for hepatitis B. It does not prevent the spread of the virus to others through sexual contact or blood/body fluid contamination (such as sharing used needles).

Epclusa

Generic Formulation: Sofosbuvir/VelpatasvirSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 532
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.5
Peer Average Days Supply684
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $505,050.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26,581.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18,018.93

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 a combination of sofosbuvir and velpatasvir and is used to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. It may sometimes be used with another antiviral medication (ribavirin). These drugs work by reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body, which helps your immune system fight the infection and may help your liver recover. Chronic hepatitis C infection can cause serious liver problems such as scarring (cirrhosis), or liver cancer. It is not known if this treatment can prevent you from passing the virus to others. Do not share needles, and practice safer sex (including the use of latex condoms) to lower the risk of passing the virus to others.

Esomeprazole Magnesium

Generic Formulation: Esomeprazole MagnesiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 79.0
Days Supply 2,352
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,436
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 103.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,699.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$122.29

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

Clinical Summary

The S-isomer of omeprazole.

Therapeutic Applications

Esomeprazole 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. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole 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.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 411
30-Day Fills 1,032.8
Days Supply 30,945
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,044
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 705.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,960.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.17

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.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 66
30-Day Fills 90.0
Days Supply 2,674
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims65.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills133.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,865
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $496.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.59

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. 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.

Gavilyte-C

Generic Formulation: Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/KclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 59
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.1
Peer Average Days Supply143
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,159.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.51

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

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Gavilyte-G

Generic Formulation: Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/KclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 355
30-Day Fills 355.0
Days Supply 362
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.3
Peer Average Days Supply74
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 610.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,099.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.69

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

Therapeutic Applications

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 798
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.6
Peer Average Days Supply826
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 37.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,353.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.18

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

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Lactulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 38.4
Days Supply 1,093
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.4
Peer Average Days Supply580
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $797.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.63

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Linzess

Generic Formulation: LinaclotideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 103
30-Day Fills 199.8
Days Supply 5,995
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,001
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 102.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $110,209.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,070.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$677.43

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.

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.

Mesalamine

Generic Formulation: MesalamineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 1,108
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,209
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,877.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$304.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$675.33

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.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 81
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 994
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.0
Peer Average Days Supply61
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 478.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,084.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.52

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 nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 277
30-Day Fills 603.7
Days Supply 17,482
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims80.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills174.0
Peer Average Days Supply5,169
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 246.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,303.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.72

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

Clinical Summary

A 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 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply570
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $295.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.60

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

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.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,540
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.3
Peer Average Days Supply245
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 136.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $943.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.79

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 120
30-Day Fills 228.0
Days Supply 6,807
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,693
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 93.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,116.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.94

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).

Peg-3350 And Electrolytes

Generic Formulation: Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/KclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 27
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.6
Peer Average Days Supply72
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 39.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $458.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.58

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

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Propranolol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Propranolol HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,740
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,338
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 36.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $530.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.96

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 formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.

Rabeprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Rabeprazole SodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,020
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $334.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.75

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-(3-methoxypropoxy)-3-methylpyridinyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Rabeprazole 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. Rabeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 54
30-Day Fills 88.0
Days Supply 2,602
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,378
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 58.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,483.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.26

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 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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).

Sucralfate

Generic Formulation: SucralfateSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.6
Peer Average Days Supply960
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,849.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$189.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$71.55

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 basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly.

Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Tenofovir Disoproxil FumarateSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 74
30-Day Fills 92.0
Days Supply 2,760
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,341
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 196.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,097.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$258.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$210.10

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 adenine analog REVERSE TRANSCRIPTASE INHIBITOR with antiviral activity against HIV-1 and HEPATITIS B. It is used to treat HIV INFECTIONS and CHRONIC HEPATITIS B, in combination with other ANTIVIRAL AGENTS, due to the emergence of ANTIVIRAL DRUG RESISTANCE when it is used alone.

Therapeutic Applications

Tenofovir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. Tenofovir belongs to a class of drugs known as nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). Tenofovir is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Tenofovir is also used to treat a certain type of liver infection called chronic hepatitis B infection. It helps to decrease the amount of hepatitis B virus in your body by interfering with virus growth.

Tetracycline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tetracycline HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 396
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.7
Peer Average Days Supply267
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 81.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,597.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$296.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$204.92

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 naphthacene antibiotic that inhibits AMINO ACYL TRNA binding during protein synthesis.

Therapeutic Applications

Tetracycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections, including acne. It is an antibiotic that 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. Tetracycline can also be used in combination with anti-ulcer medications to treat certain types of stomach ulcers.

Ursodiol

Generic Formulation: UrsodiolSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,569
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,383.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$148.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$244.56

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 penicillin derivative commonly used in the form of its sodium or potassium salts in the treatment of a variety of infections. It is effective against most gram-positive bacteria and against gram-negative cocci. It has also been used as an experimental convulsant because of its actions on GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID mediated synaptic transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis). Ursodiol is a bile acid.

Vemlidy

Generic Formulation: Tenofovir AlafenamideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,569
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $53,418.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,907.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,448.60

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

Therapeutic Applications

Tenofovir alafenamide is used to treat chronic hepatitis B infection, a viral infection of the liver. It works by stopping or slowing the growth of the virus. Chronic hepatitis infection can lead to serious liver damage (cirrhosis) and liver cancer. It is not known if tenofovir alafenamide can cure hepatitis B or can prevent you from passing the virus to others. Practice safer sex (such as the use of latex condoms) to lower the risk of passing the virus to others.

Xifaxan

Generic Formulation: RifaximinSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply645
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 60.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $136,348.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,408.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,748.85

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 LAKSHMA R TIYYAGURA MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Stockton, CA.

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.