DR. AVIVA DEBORAH ZYSKIND M.D.
Prescription History 1164582607
Family Medicine in Washington, DC
What does Dr. Zyskind prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Zyskind wrote 1,292 Medicare prescriptions for 39 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 206 prescriptions for 77 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Zyskind prescribes.
Medications 39 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other District of Columbia prescribers.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 206 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $5.59 per fill, versus $10.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 87 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $6.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 83 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $7.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 78 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $2.96 per fill, versus $4.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 72 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $3.95 per fill, versus $7.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 58 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $26.60 per fill, versus $26.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 55 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 82% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $9.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 46 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $23.87 per fill, versus $31.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 38 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 73% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $21.88 per fill, versus $16.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 34 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $9.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 34 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.51 per fill, versus $7.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 34 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.27 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 30 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,370.14 per fill, versus $993.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 29 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $2.38 per fill, versus $9.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 28 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $14.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 67% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.60 per fill, versus $19.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 21 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 70% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $9.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin 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.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 21 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $8.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 21 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 66% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.15 per fill, versus $11.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 19 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 41% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $3.50 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 19 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 70% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $22.31 per fill, versus $20.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 18 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 37% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $5.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 18 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $16.07 per fill, versus $27.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 17 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $107.43 per fill, versus $127.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 17 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $23.58 per fill, versus $15.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 17 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,924.78 per fill, versus $1,321.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 15 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $11.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 14 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 42% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 14 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 32% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,058.73 per fill, versus $1,013.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 14 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 37% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $7.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 14 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 42% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $23.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 14 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 70% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $3.79 per fill, versus $59.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $9.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 12 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 33% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $17.05 per fill, versus $14.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $5.47 per fill, versus $12.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 11 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $338.13 per fill, versus $434.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 11 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 9% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $11.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 11 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 32% as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.55 per fill, versus $9.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Naloxone is used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose.
Compared with District of Columbia prescribers
Dr. Zyskind wrote 11 prescriptions for Naloxone Hcl, about half as often as the typical District of Columbia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $48.05 per fill, versus $63.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Zyskind’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Zyskind prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Zyskind's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (206), Amlodipine Besylate (87) and Metformin Hcl (83).
How does Dr. Zyskind's prescribing compare with other District of Columbia prescribers?
Of the 39 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Zyskind prescribes 5 more often than the typical District of Columbia prescriber, 7 about as often and 27 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Zyskind prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the District of Columbia prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
