DR. BARBARA A ROTH MD
Prescription History 1164533741
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Lincoln, NE

NPI Status: Active since August 31, 2006

Contact Information

2221 S 17TH ST STE 310
LINCOLN, NE
ZIP 68502
Phone: (402) 483-8555

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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. BARBARA A ROTH MD, an active Psychiatry specialist practicing in Lincoln, NE. Our medical registry currently tracks 17 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 452 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Quetiapine Fumarate, which accounts for 65 claims alone.


Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 547
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,562
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $183.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.57

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 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. 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).

Benztropine Mesylate

Generic Formulation: Benztropine MesylateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.2
Days Supply 392
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,318
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $159.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.63

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 centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE. Benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine.

Therapeutic Applications

Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol). Benztropine belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. Benztropine should not be used by children younger than 3 years.

Bupropion Hcl Sr

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,045
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $536.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.23

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

Bupropion is used to treat depression. 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.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 90.1
Days Supply 2,666
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,856
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,343.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.24

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

Bupropion is used to treat depression. 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.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 868
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,458
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $246.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.10

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat anxiety. 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).

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 529
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,482
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $104.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.62

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. 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.

Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er

Generic Formulation: Desvenlafaxine SuccinateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,290
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,090
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,894.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$259.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.62

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 cyclohexanol and phenol derivative and metabolite of venlafaxine that functions as a SEROTONIN AND NORADRENALINE REUPTAKE INHIBITOR (SNRI) and is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT.

Therapeutic Applications

Desvenlafaxine is used to treat depression. It may improve your mood, feelings of well-being, and energy level. Desvenlafaxine 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.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,980
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills89.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,616
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 50.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,022.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.86

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. 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.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 101.1
Days Supply 3,000
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills93.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,715
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,154.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.41

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

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. 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.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 85.2
Days Supply 2,467
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims87.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills129.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,730
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $914.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.62

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 cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. 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.

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 868
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,042
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $95.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.31

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

Clinical Summary

A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 499
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,312
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $133.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.31

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). 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.

Mirtazapine

Generic Formulation: MirtazapineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 749
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,654
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $317.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.77

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 piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 99.0
Days Supply 2,888
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,815
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,946.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.38

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 dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,316
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,116
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $303.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.39

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

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). 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.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 58.2
Days Supply 1,719
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills90.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,600
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $501.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.33

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. 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.

Venlafaxine Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Venlafaxine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
NE State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,902
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NE. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $805.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.61

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

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). 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.

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. BARBARA A ROTH MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Lincoln, NE.

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 **Psychiatry** 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.