DR. SARAH ELIZABETH JOHNSON PATEL MD, MPH
Prescription History 1174699607
Family Medicine in Burlington, NC
What does Dr. Patel prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Patel wrote 3,621 Medicare prescriptions for 99 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 198 prescriptions for 52 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. Patel prescribes.
Medications 99 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 198 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $9.41 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 149 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $19.25 per fill, versus $15.37 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 145 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $4.48 per fill, versus $5.92 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 129 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $18.52 per fill, versus $13.28 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 121 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $9.16 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 107 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 3.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,266.49 per fill, versus $1,201.68 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 98 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,360.80 per fill, versus $973.00 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 95 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 87% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $6.57 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 90 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $6.38 per fill, versus $9.86 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 82 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $4.42 per fill, versus $7.15 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 78 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $11.22 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 77 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $5.00 per fill, versus $11.79 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 77 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $10.90 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 72 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $15.33 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 70 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $21.67 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 61 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $9.21 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 58 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 73% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $4.14 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 54 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.53 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 54 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 74% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $35.94 per fill, versus $21.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 49 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $17.03 per fill, versus $16.42 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 48 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $1.93 per fill, versus $4.73 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 45 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $8.77 per fill, versus $17.71 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 44 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 66% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $40.87 per fill, versus $28.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 42 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.65 per fill, versus $7.65 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 42 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.45 per fill, versus $12.24 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 41 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 75% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.79 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 40 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.38 per fill, versus $8.27 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 40 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $1,069.86 per fill, versus $835.47 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 39 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 64% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $12.87 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 nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 38 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 88% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.52 per fill, versus $22.19 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 38 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.37 per fill, versus $10.01 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 38 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 65% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $2.28 per fill, versus $4.21 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 38 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 61% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $6.24 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 36 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $5.80 per fill, versus $9.52 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
Concentrated insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes who require large doses of insulin (more than 200 units per day).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 33 prescriptions for Humulin R U-500 Kwikpen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $882.32 per fill, versus $1,575.40 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 33 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $8.42 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 32 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $44.74 per fill, versus $60.31 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 31 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.45 per fill, versus $7.93 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 depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 31 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $14.89 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 31 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $964.63 per fill, versus $1,259.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 28 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $20.20 per fill, versus $21.02 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 27 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 83% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $17.95 per fill, versus $20.88 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 26 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $342.81 per fill, versus $299.43 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 26 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.00 per fill, versus $9.97 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 26 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $90.26 per fill, versus $65.62 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 25 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $13.72 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 25 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $11.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 23 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $10.33 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 23 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 62% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $12.82 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 23 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $2.50 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.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 22 prescriptions for Linzess, about 64% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $980.78 per fill, versus $783.57 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 22 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 66% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.78 per fill, versus $10.16 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 22 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.23 per fill, versus $8.65 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 20 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $161.85 per fill, versus $118.49 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.90 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 19 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,087.83 per fill, versus $1,227.19 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 18 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.12 per fill, versus $6.75 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.47 per fill, versus $22.49 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 18 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $548.38 per fill, versus $618.02 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 18 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $10.62 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 18 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1,835.60 per fill, versus $1,406.70 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 17 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $151.34 per fill, versus $43.12 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 17 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $12.43 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
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 17 prescriptions for Janumet, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $1,522.86 per fill, versus $817.61 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 17 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $12.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 17 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $9.40 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $9.42 per fill, versus $7.79 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 16 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.33 per fill, versus $13.53 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 to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 16 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 72% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $160.57 per fill, versus $47.35 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
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Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 16 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $62.84 per fill, versus $28.91 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 16 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $22.90 per fill, versus $34.77 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 16 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $218.43 per fill, versus $210.16 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 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 16 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 27% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $970.53 per fill, versus $813.28 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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 15 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 23% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $202.14 per fill, versus $141.01 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 15 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 30% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.69 per fill, versus $17.86 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 15 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $9.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 15 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $20.83 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 14 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1.24 per fill, versus $6.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $14.69 per fill, versus $17.12 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 14 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $862.86 per fill, versus $879.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 14 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.06 per fill, versus $36.62 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $8.76 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 14 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 28% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.89 per fill, versus $6.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 13 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $608.06 per fill, versus $498.91 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 attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 13 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine Sulfate, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $72.27 per fill, versus $84.96 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
This medication is used to treat diarrhea.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 13 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about 68% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $11.50 per fill, versus $22.20 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 13 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.16 per fill, versus $17.97 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 12 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $22.20 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 12 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $8.57 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.01 per fill, versus $17.71 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 medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 12 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.60 per fill, versus $27.75 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
Roflumilast 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).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 12 prescriptions for Roflumilast, about 37% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $51.14 per fill, versus $76.44 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 dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about 27% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $40.36 per fill, versus $22.26 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $19.90 per fill, versus $32.79 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 37% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.79 per fill, versus $8.97 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Levemir, about 66% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $138.40 per fill, versus $172.89 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1,025.76 per fill, versus $1,022.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Trueplus Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $47.13 per fill, versus $51.23 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Patel wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.58 per fill, versus $23.08 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. Patel’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Patel prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Patel's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (198), Gabapentin (149) and Amlodipine Besylate (145).
How does Dr. Patel's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 99 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Patel prescribes 8 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 19 about as often and 72 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Patel 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 North Carolina 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.
