ALEXANDER JOSEPH TAURAS III MD
Prescription History 1194137828
Family Medicine in Los Angeles, CA
What does Dr. Tauras prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Tauras wrote 1,114 Medicare prescriptions for 41 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 146 prescriptions for 57 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. Tauras prescribes.
Medications 41 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 146 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $4.32 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 95 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $3.53 per fill, versus $7.08 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 71 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $32.71 per fill, versus $28.70 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 59 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $3.73 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 56 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $5.53 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 43 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.31 per fill, versus $15.10 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 37 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,394.92 per fill, versus $933.82 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 35 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 32 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $4.65 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 31 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $11.95 per fill, versus $13.30 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 28 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $11.89 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $3.55 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 25 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,344.89 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 24 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.63 per fill, versus $6.71 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 used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 23 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.28 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 22 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.19 per fill, versus $9.65 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 21 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $27.57 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 20 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.47 per fill, versus $10.86 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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 20 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.06 per fill, versus $9.03 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 19 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $29.36 per fill, versus $107.23 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $2.43 per fill, versus $10.59 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $18.62 per fill, versus $21.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 16 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $7.82 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $19.62 per fill, versus $16.05 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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 16 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $13.87 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 15 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $3.06 per fill, versus $6.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 14 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.60 per fill, versus $12.42 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 14 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $8.89 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 13 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $42.50 per fill, versus $45.46 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 13 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 18% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,612.55 per fill, versus $923.33 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 a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 13 prescriptions for Premarin, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $240.66 per fill, versus $403.76 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 12 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 21% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $5.93 per fill, versus $8.98 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 acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 12 prescriptions for Clindamycin Phosphate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.85 per fill, versus $32.68 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 12 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.92 per fill, versus $16.17 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $35.35 per fill, versus $14.35 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 12 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 14% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $14.23 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 12 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $25.59 per fill, versus $37.76 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 11 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $15.04 per fill, versus $14.75 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 11 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $20.29 per fill, versus $24.72 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 California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 11 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.99 per fill, versus $9.70 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Tauras wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $30.11 per fill, versus $29.84 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. Tauras’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Tauras prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Tauras's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (146), Amlodipine Besylate (95) and Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (71).
How does Dr. Tauras's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 41 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Tauras prescribes 2 about as often than the typical California prescriber and 39 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Tauras 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 California 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.
