DR. ALEXANDER JOSE RODRIGUEZ MD
Prescription History 1174581821
Family Medicine in Grand Blanc, MI
What does Dr. Rodriguez prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Rodriguez wrote 9,534 Medicare prescriptions for 161 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 420 prescriptions for 123 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. Rodriguez prescribes.
Medications 161 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 Michigan 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 420 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $14.62 per fill, versus $13.68 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 402 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $8.52 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 399 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $14.91 per fill, versus $12.66 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 318 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $10.00 per fill, versus $10.03 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 315 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $9.93 per fill, versus $14.15 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 300 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $7.48 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 279 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $7.29 per fill, versus $8.08 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 259 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $14.86 per fill, versus $14.86 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 252 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $10.97 per fill, versus $10.64 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 213 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $13.45 per fill, versus $12.96 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 196 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $28.02 per fill, versus $35.99 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 193 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $14.20 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 186 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.35 per fill, versus $4.91 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 155 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $4.36 per fill, versus $5.14 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 154 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $11.70 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 142 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $19.34 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 141 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $5.64 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 124 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $16.93 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 124 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.81 per fill, versus $4.15 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 119 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $18.88 per fill, versus $17.04 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 114 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $10.57 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 111 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $4.91 per fill, versus $5.99 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 109 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $18.25 per fill, versus $17.89 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 anxiety.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 104 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.67 per fill, versus $14.80 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
Rosuvastatin 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 96 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $19.12 per fill, versus $18.43 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 93 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $5.19 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
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 88 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $952.57 per fill, versus $945.56 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 87 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.92 per fill, versus $15.76 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 86 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $7.70 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 85 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $141.24 per fill, versus $143.26 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 83 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.59 per fill, versus $6.67 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 79 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.61 per fill, versus $8.69 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 77 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.85 per fill, versus $16.24 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 76 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.69 per fill, versus $16.59 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 75 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $47.07 per fill, versus $15.48 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 75 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $5.81 per fill, versus $5.07 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
Pravastatin 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 73 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $14.73 per fill, versus $17.35 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 69 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $944.24 per fill, versus $1,053.23 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 68 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.82 per fill, versus $10.87 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 67 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $18.23 per fill, versus $23.31 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 65 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $12.68 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 65 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $32.29 per fill, versus $31.92 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 63 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.47 per fill, versus $7.36 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
Fenofibrate 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 62 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $28.66 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 62 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $14.12 per fill, versus $14.87 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 60 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $13.56 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 59 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $12.19 per fill, versus $12.41 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 59 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,014.71 per fill, versus $1,328.10 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 58 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.22 per fill, versus $14.80 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 51 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 89% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $16.38 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 50 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.76 per fill, versus $9.26 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 50 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $11.27 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 49 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $11.62 per fill, versus $17.56 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 48 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $26.67 per fill, versus $27.08 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 48 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $20.51 per fill, versus $14.15 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 47 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.34 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 45 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $15.85 per fill, versus $24.93 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 45 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $21.28 per fill, versus $22.38 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 44 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $16.85 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 wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 43 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $28.16 per fill, versus $6.85 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 42 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $23.94 per fill, versus $25.11 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 40 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $53.46 per fill, versus $67.18 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 39 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $178.52 per fill, versus $137.33 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 38 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 87% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.51 per fill, versus $17.04 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
Fenofibrate 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 37 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.64 per fill, versus $27.53 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 37 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $25.85 per fill, versus $33.21 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 36 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,271.43 per fill, versus $958.82 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 36 prescriptions for Trulicity, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,920.31 per fill, versus $1,304.48 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 35 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.85 per fill, versus $11.55 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 hormone.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 35 prescriptions for Estradiol, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $16.01 per fill, versus $67.66 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 34 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 88% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $49.41 per fill, versus $18.28 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 nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 33 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.71 per fill, versus $26.11 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 33 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.90 per fill, versus $12.18 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
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 32 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.28 per fill, versus $20.24 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 32 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.35 per fill, versus $17.46 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 32 prescriptions for Topiramate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $14.50 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 31 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $968.35 per fill, versus $882.53 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
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 30 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.86 per fill, versus $12.84 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $11.35 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 86% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $21.57 per fill, versus $14.13 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 28 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $19.13 per fill, versus $32.19 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 27 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $14.21 per fill, versus $21.95 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.69 per fill, versus $2.77 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $28.87 per fill, versus $49.58 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $8.48 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $983.96 per fill, versus $1,238.22 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 76% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $25.76 per fill, versus $25.85 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $17.37 per fill, versus $13.27 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 25 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $9.36 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 25 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 77% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $27.32 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $22.59 per fill, versus $51.41 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $52.13 per fill, versus $34.21 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 a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 23 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $33.43 per fill, versus $28.42 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 23 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 60% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $27.05 per fill, versus $26.37 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 23 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $9.35 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 22 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.84 per fill, versus $16.03 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.41 per fill, versus $14.12 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 certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $20.46 per fill, versus $17.35 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 aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $266.59 per fill, versus $238.77 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 67% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $23.05 per fill, versus $25.23 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $36.75 per fill, versus $56.66 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 20 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $217.13 per fill, versus $259.83 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
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Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 20 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $9.38 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 20 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $12.24 per fill, versus $21.31 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $5.80 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $23.71 per fill, versus $34.84 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 anxiety.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.54 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $72.20 per fill, versus $85.85 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,108.17 per fill, versus $1,006.88 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.31 per fill, versus $5.19 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.71 per fill, versus $11.20 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 temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Ketorolac Tromethamine, about 24% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $7.77 per fill, versus $19.20 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
Lovastatin 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $12.65 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 relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $12.00 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 prevent migraines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Qulipta, about 61% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1,132.05 per fill, versus $1,173.12 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Brilinta, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $790.84 per fill, versus $639.26 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 treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Entresto, about 32% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $753.91 per fill, versus $1,095.46 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
Glyburide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Glyburide, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $21.64 per fill, versus $12.51 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $12.38 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 65% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.23 per fill, versus $12.17 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $15.41 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 68% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $243.82 per fill, versus $308.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 76% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $44.81 per fill, versus $87.53 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 68% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $248.21 per fill, versus $140.57 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 detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 85% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $151.85 per fill, versus $249.96 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2.39 per fill, versus $7.74 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 69% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $19.26 per fill, versus $13.99 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 certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 67% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $12.29 per fill, versus $12.88 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
Fenofibrate 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $49.05 per fill, versus $28.22 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 28% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $27.90 per fill, versus $17.21 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 an overactive bladder.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $133.04 per fill, versus $94.27 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $11.93 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $1.88 per fill, versus $5.94 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $31.97 per fill, versus $38.02 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, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.09 per fill, versus $31.71 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
This product is used to prevent or control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Lamotrigine Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $91.83 per fill, versus $235.38 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.16 per fill, versus $15.58 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.13 per fill, versus $14.51 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Repatha Syringe, about 68% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $259.41 per fill, versus $817.97 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 25% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $15.38 per fill, versus $14.63 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.76 per fill, versus $17.93 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $133.49 per fill, versus $137.75 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 laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.29 per fill, versus $23.68 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $20.15 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.62 per fill, versus $4.02 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $5.91 per fill, versus $22.16 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 medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Testosterone, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $288.73 per fill, versus $170.20 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 degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $583.05 per fill, versus $1,214.84 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
Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Atrovent Hfa, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $452.74 per fill, versus $525.85 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 or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Breyna, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $254.37 per fill, versus $235.88 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 or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $505.37 per fill, versus $301.53 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.96 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.11 per fill, versus $44.72 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 22% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $19.14 per fill, versus $19.18 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.74 per fill, versus $20.99 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 23% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.42 per fill, versus $13.31 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Nyamyc, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $20.39 per fill, versus $27.18 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 combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 61% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $499.66 per fill, versus $166.47 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2,011.51 per fill, versus $1,540.56 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
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).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Timolol Maleate, about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $180.02 per fill, versus $381.22 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $34.11 per fill, versus $33.88 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. Rodriguez’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Rodriguez prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Rodriguez's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (420), Lisinopril (402) and Levothyroxine Sodium (399).
How does Dr. Rodriguez's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 161 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Rodriguez prescribes 53 more often than the typical Michigan prescriber, 40 about as often and 68 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Rodriguez 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 Michigan 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.
