MR. DENNIS W PERKINS DDS
Prescription History 1174637821
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Marion, VA
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MR. DENNIS W PERKINS DDS, an active Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialist practicing in Marion, VA. Our medical registry currently tracks 4 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 308 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Chlorhexidine Gluconate, which accounts for 169 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Claims | 30-Day Fills | Days Supply | Cost / Claim | Utilization vs VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 169 | 169.0 | 2,812 | $4.98▼ below VA avg | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average VA prescriber Averages are among VA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the VA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the VA average for this medication. 169.0 30-Day Fills 2,812 Days Supply About Chlorhexidine Gluconate: This medication is used along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums. Show more ▾ Chlorhexidine belongs to a class of drugs known as antimicrobials. It works by decreasing the amount of bacteria in the mouth, helping to reduce swelling and redness of the gums and bleeding when you brush. | |||||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 105 | 105.0 | 216 | $2.71▼ below VA avg | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average VA prescriber Averages are among VA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the VA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the VA average for this medication. 105.0 30-Day Fills 216 Days Supply About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. | |||||
| Amoxicillin | 19 | 19.0 | 145 | $3.10▼ below VA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average VA prescriber Averages are among VA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the VA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the VA average for this medication. 19.0 30-Day Fills 145 Days Supply About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. | |||||
| Ibuprofen | 15 | 15.0 | 77 | $2.14▼ below VA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average VA prescriber Averages are among VA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the VA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the VA average for this medication. 15.0 30-Day Fills 77 Days Supply About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. Show more ▾ When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties | |||||
About this data. The prescription history for MR. DENNIS W PERKINS DDS is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery prescribing approach at this Marion, VA practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among VA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
