DR. KENNETH GREGORY PUGH M.D.
Prescription History 1164583043
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Louisville, KY


Quality Rating: 100 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since December 13, 2006

Contact Information

4915 NORTON HEALTHCARE BLVD STE 301
LOUISVILLE, KY
ZIP 40241
Phone: (301) 661-5076

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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. KENNETH GREGORY PUGH M.D., an active Geriatric Medicine specialist practicing in Louisville, KY. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 953 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Donepezil Hcl, which accounts for 432 claims alone.


Aripiprazole

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,130
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,484
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,876.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$72.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$151.98

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 piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). 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. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,496
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $153.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.94

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).

Donepezil Hcl

Generic Formulation: Donepezil HclSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 432
30-Day Fills 1,029.9
Days Supply 30,787
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills95.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,735
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 632.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,413.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.47

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

Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 310
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims61.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills107.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,181
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $78.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.24

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 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: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 101
30-Day Fills 234.2
Days Supply 6,995
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills102.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,023
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 83.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,247.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.50

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

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.

Galantamine Er

Generic Formulation: Galantamine HbrSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 52.5
Days Supply 1,575
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.2
Peer Average Days Supply927
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,441.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$111.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.76

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

Galantamine is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Galantamine Hbr

Generic Formulation: Galantamine HbrSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 950
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.5
Peer Average Days Supply748
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 45.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,180.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$77.45

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

Galantamine is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Memantine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Memantine HclSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 174.2
Days Supply 5,203
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,249
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 68.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,414.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.86

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Memantine Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Memantine HclSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 75.0
Days Supply 1,803
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.7
Peer Average Days Supply895
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 92.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,067.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$147.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$145.35

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

Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Myrbetriq

Generic Formulation: MirabegronSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,638
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $15,757.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$656.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$633.08

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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,732
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,159
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $420.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.86

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 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.

Risperidone

Generic Formulation: RisperidoneSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,607
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $567.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.11

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 selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Rivastigmine

Generic Formulation: RivastigmineSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.3
Peer Average Days Supply866
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,952.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$330.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$83.41

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

A carbamate-derived reversible CHOLINESTERASE INHIBITOR that is selective for the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM and is used for the treatment of DEMENTIA in ALZHEIMER DISEASE and PARKINSON DISEASE.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease. Rivastigmine does not cure either of these diseases, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Geriatric Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 73
30-Day Fills 153.0
Days Supply 4,566
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills117.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,453
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $356.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.60

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.

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.

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. KENNETH GREGORY PUGH M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Louisville, KY.

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 **Geriatric 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.