DR. PETER M PARKER MD
Prescription History 1164548814
Internal Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ


Quality Rating: 83.93 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since March 22, 2007

Contact Information

7400 E THOMPSON PEAK PKWY
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
ZIP 85255
Phone: (602) 445-0751
Fax: (602) 424-8128

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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. PETER M PARKER MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Our medical registry currently tracks 8 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 131 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Metoprolol Succinate, which accounts for 26 claims alone.


Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims165.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills434.5
Peer Average Days Supply12,962
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 93.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $69.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.11

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 pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Cefdinir

Generic Formulation: CefdinirSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 76
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.7
Peer Average Days Supply208
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $231.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.23

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.

Clinical Summary

A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin 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.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills136.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,059
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $128.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.40

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 ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills126.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,676
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,197.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$599.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$954.67

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

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 760
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills227.6
Peer Average Days Supply6,794
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $318.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.69

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.

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 73
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,674
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $85.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.60

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.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills150.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,464
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $150.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.85

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

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).

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 99
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,030
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $30.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.21

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 anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

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. PETER M PARKER MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Scottsdale, AZ.

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 **Internal Medicine** 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.