DONNA BILU MARTIN M.D.
Prescription History 1164565321
Dermatology in Aventura, FL


Quality Rating: 75 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since February 15, 2007

Contact Information

2999 NE 191ST STREET
PH1
AVENTURA, FL
ZIP 33180
Phone: (305) 933-1151
Fax: (305) 933-8055

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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 DONNA BILU MARTIN M.D., an active Dermatology specialist practicing in Aventura, FL. Our medical registry currently tracks 12 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 501 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Mupirocin, which accounts for 112 claims alone.


Betamethasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone DipropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 522
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.3
Peer Average Days Supply906
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,404.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.33

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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Cefadroxil

Generic Formulation: CefadroxilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 134
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.8
Peer Average Days Supply331
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $162.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.32

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

Clinical Summary

Long-acting, broad-spectrum, water-soluble, CEPHALEXIN derivative.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. 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.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 609
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,120
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 39.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,376.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$95.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.95

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 derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Fluocinonide

Generic Formulation: FluocinonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 555
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.6
Peer Average Days Supply891
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $934.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.12

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

Clinical Summary

A topical glucocorticoid used in the treatment of ECZEMA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash). Fluocinonide reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 410
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.1
Peer Average Days Supply993
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,224.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$110.71

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 pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 67.0
Days Supply 1,411
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.3
Peer Average Days Supply993
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 81.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $427.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.37

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.

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.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 83
30-Day Fills 88.0
Days Supply 2,495
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,744
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.7% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,060.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.44

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 490
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims11.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills11.0
Peer Average Days Supply38
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 63.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,263.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.50

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).

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 112
30-Day Fills 112.0
Days Supply 1,956
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.6
Peer Average Days Supply761
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 166.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,041.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.02

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Nystatin

Generic Formulation: NystatinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 579
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.7
Peer Average Days Supply497
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $420.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.31

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

Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3.

Therapeutic Applications

Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 73
30-Day Fills 75.0
Days Supply 1,928
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,243
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 58.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $587.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.73

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 esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 136
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.3
Peer Average Days Supply767
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $383.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.48

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 prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

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 DONNA BILU MARTIN M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Aventura, FL.

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 **Dermatology** 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.