CHRISTOPHER TREY PARKS M.D.
Prescription History 1194043521
Orthopaedic Surgery - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery in Huntsville, AL


Quality Rating: 56.21 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since May 10, 2010

Contact Information

927 FRANKLIN ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL
ZIP 35801
Phone: (256) 539-2728

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CHRISTOPHER TREY PARKS M.D., an active Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery specialist practicing in Huntsville, AL. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,055 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 293 claims alone.


Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 68.0
Days Supply 330
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.4
Peer Average Days Supply346
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 47.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $157.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.66

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 71.0
Days Supply 2,130
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills89.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,653
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,702.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 141
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.5
Peer Average Days Supply214
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $209.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.23

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 440
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,638
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $131.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.26

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 877
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,874
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $480.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.80

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 53.0
Days Supply 443
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims169.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills170.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,800
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $457.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.67

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. 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.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,057
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $171.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.09

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. 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.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 189
30-Day Fills 356.0
Days Supply 10,672
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills160.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,713
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 119.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,084.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam 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 or pain.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 117
30-Day Fills 117.0
Days Supply 711
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.3
Peer Average Days Supply295
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 172.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,019.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.89

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 73
30-Day Fills 73.0
Days Supply 843
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.2
Peer Average Days Supply547
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 128.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $614.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.35

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Naproxen

Generic Formulation: NaproxenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,147
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $206.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.03

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout.

Therapeutic Applications

Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain.

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 56
30-Day Fills 56.0
Days Supply 453
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.1
Peer Average Days Supply194
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 143.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $773.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.87

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 293
30-Day Fills 294.3
Days Supply 2,083
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims121.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills121.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,878
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 142.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,674.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.44

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 58
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 522
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims98.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills100.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,174
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $160.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.15

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like CHRISTOPHER TREY PARKS M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Huntsville, AL.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.