DR. ALESSI A RISPOLI O.D.
Prescription History 1164568531
Optometrist in Middletown, RI


Quality Rating: 17.5 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since January 30, 2007

Contact Information

70 CORPORATE PL
MIDDLETOWN, RI
ZIP 02842
Phone: (401) 846-1620

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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. ALESSI A RISPOLI O.D., an active Optometrist specialist practicing in Middletown, RI. Our medical registry currently tracks 9 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 495 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 258 claims alone.


Brimonidine Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 56.3
Days Supply 1,623
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,980
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $365.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.93

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.

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,152
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,499.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$374.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$256.36

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

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Brinzolamide

Generic Formulation: BrinzolamideSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 14.8
Days Supply 445
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,006
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,667.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$151.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$298.00

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

Brinzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 78.7
Days Supply 2,351
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills144.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,317
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,137.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.49

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 product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 258
30-Day Fills 576.1
Days Supply 17,031
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims147.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills275.9
Peer Average Days Supply7,941
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,086.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.24

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.

Clinical Summary

A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 957
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,402
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 RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,423.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$423.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$392.12

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 cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth

Generic Formulation: Neomycin/Polymyxin B/DexamethaSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 446
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.9
Peer Average Days Supply641
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $357.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.71

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections. This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.1
Days Supply 274
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims130.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills148.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,707
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $324.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.72

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 179.0
Days Supply 5,200
RI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills139.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,107
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across RI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,126.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.38

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 beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

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. ALESSI A RISPOLI O.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Middletown, RI.

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 **Optometrist** 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.