MR. MOHAMMED M RAHMAN MD
Prescription History 1194811521
Internal Medicine in Jamaica, NY
What does Dr. Rahman prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Rahman wrote 12,262 Medicare prescriptions for 175 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 796 prescriptions for 184 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. Rahman prescribes.
Medications 175 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 New York 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 796 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 4.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $12.13 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 574 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 5.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $9.47 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 486 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $5.15 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 444 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $13.15 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 409 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $14.27 per fill, versus $12.77 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 335 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $16.90 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 325 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $10.10 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 304 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 4.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $13.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 302 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 3.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $381.44 per fill, versus $874.81 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 302 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 5.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.56 per fill, versus $9.83 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 274 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 3.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $4.82 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 247 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 4.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.72 per fill, versus $6.87 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 beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 233 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $14.26 per fill, versus $14.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 211 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 204 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 3.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $26.74 per fill, versus $17.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 180 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 3.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.70 per fill, versus $10.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 178 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $13.43 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 162 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 2.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $1.48 per fill, versus $3.14 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 149 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $10.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 146 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $56.63 per fill, versus $26.68 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 143 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $12.76 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 138 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $11.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 135 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 3.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.84 per fill, versus $13.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 131 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $47.00 per fill, versus $33.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 128 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.26 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 121 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $18.54 per fill, versus $17.60 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 114 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $57.59 per fill, versus $31.52 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 110 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $6.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 102 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $351.93 per fill, versus $942.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 97 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $7.92 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 97 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.14 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 96 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.65 per fill, versus $13.19 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 89 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.96 per fill, versus $8.29 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 86 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.04 per fill, versus $8.54 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 84 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $71.79 per fill, versus $154.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 83 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $160.87 per fill, versus $169.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 81 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $29.82 per fill, versus $23.72 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 81 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.90 per fill, versus $16.33 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 77 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.02 per fill, versus $22.91 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 depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 76 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $7.91 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 75 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $14.22 per fill, versus $11.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 75 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $466.99 per fill, versus $893.24 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 74 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.31 per fill, versus $3.65 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 73 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $13.51 per fill, versus $14.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 72 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $15.40 per fill, versus $16.96 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 71 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1.81 per fill, versus $4.40 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 70 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $9.14 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 69 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $58.44 per fill, versus $117.03 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 66 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.22 per fill, versus $8.37 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 65 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.85 per fill, versus $7.76 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 65 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $273.21 per fill, versus $324.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 65 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $27.70 per fill, versus $26.44 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 62 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $4.76 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
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 62 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.89 per fill, versus $9.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 60 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.23 per fill, versus $12.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 59 prescriptions for Entresto, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $521.53 per fill, versus $1,039.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 58 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $498.38 per fill, versus $630.56 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 57 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.07 per fill, versus $10.29 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 solution is used to supply water and salt (sodium chloride) to the body.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 57 prescriptions for Sodium Chloride, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $24.52 per fill, versus $36.87 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 56 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $7.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 54 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $5.73 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 53 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $50.95 per fill, versus $40.33 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 48 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $14.09 per fill, versus $10.21 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 48 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.28 per fill, versus $11.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 47 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $863.52 per fill, versus $974.53 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 treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 45 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.67 per fill, versus $7.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 42 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $26.03 per fill, versus $8.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 42 prescriptions for Fiasp Flextouch, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $206.79 per fill, versus $683.79 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $18.80 per fill, versus $10.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 42 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $18.39 per fill, versus $11.29 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 39 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $182.00 per fill, versus $213.59 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 treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 39 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $56.23 per fill, versus $29.91 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 38 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $697.39 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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 dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 37 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $30.05 per fill, versus $22.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 37 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $80.83 per fill, versus $92.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 37 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $27.99 per fill, versus $23.71 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 36 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $43.92 per fill, versus $39.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 35 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.63 per fill, versus $15.82 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 35 prescriptions for Klayesta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $33.83 per fill, versus $27.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 34 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.55 per fill, versus $5.47 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 34 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.61 per fill, versus $8.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 33 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $134.31 per fill, versus $155.70 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 33 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $38.61 per fill, versus $29.15 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 31 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.11 per fill, versus $8.73 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 used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 31 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.50 per fill, versus $6.21 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 31 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $27.99 per fill, versus $22.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 31 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $21.35 per fill, versus $26.96 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 31 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $11.60 per fill, versus $16.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 30 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.28 per fill, versus $26.97 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 30 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.66 per fill, versus $5.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 30 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 88% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $271.78 per fill, versus $205.45 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 28 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 60% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $4.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 28 prescriptions for Santyl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $519.12 per fill, versus $726.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 27 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $4.04 per fill, versus $19.43 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 26 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $36.11 per fill, versus $23.60 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 26 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $22.06 per fill, versus $25.78 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 26 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $252.37 per fill, versus $292.92 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 25 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $23.34 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 25 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $44.74 per fill, versus $167.96 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 a certain mental/mood disorder (pseudobulbar affect).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 25 prescriptions for Nuedexta, about 90% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $780.78 per fill, versus $1,116.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $31.07 per fill, versus $28.60 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
This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $14.54 per fill, versus $62.15 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $14.33 per fill, versus $8.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Dextrose 5%-0.45% Nacl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.72 per fill, versus $23.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Janumet, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,018.73 per fill, versus $864.01 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
This combination medication is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Namzaric, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $294.65 per fill, versus $601.05 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 24 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $25.37 per fill, versus $18.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 23 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $62.18 per fill, versus $80.47 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 23 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $19.76 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
This medication is used to treat diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 23 prescriptions for Xifaxan, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1,626.90 per fill, versus $2,761.44 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 along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 22 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.27 per fill, versus $4.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 22 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $86.09 per fill, versus $110.10 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
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 22 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $20.81 per fill, versus $40.16 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 with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound infections in patients with serious burns.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 22 prescriptions for Silver Sulfadiazine, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.23 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 21 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.29 per fill, versus $13.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 21 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $211.44 per fill, versus $30.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 21 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $19.05 per fill, versus $21.47 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 20 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.05 per fill, versus $12.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 20 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $438.53 per fill, versus $729.82 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 20 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $617.72 per fill, versus $832.82 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 treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 19 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.22 per fill, versus $50.61 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 18 prescriptions for Admelog Solostar, about 75% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $63.60 per fill, versus $130.10 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 18 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $414.16 per fill, versus $511.52 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 18 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.14 per fill, versus $18.03 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 18 prescriptions for Nystop, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $34.64 per fill, versus $27.61 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 medication is used to treat certain bladder problems such as the inability to urinate or empty the bladder completely due to certain causes (such as surgery, bladder muscle problems).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 17 prescriptions for Bethanechol Chloride, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $166.60 per fill, versus $58.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 17 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $25.40 per fill, versus $23.06 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 17 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $26.95 per fill, versus $30.63 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 17 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.29 per fill, versus $61.28 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 form of tacrolimus is used on the skin to treat a skin condition called eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients who have not responded well to (or should not use) other eczema medications.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 17 prescriptions for Tacrolimus, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $261.20 per fill, versus $186.30 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 16 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $96.92 per fill, versus $39.61 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 medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 16 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $125.08 per fill, versus $60.75 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 relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $25.75 per fill, versus $17.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 16 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.59 per fill, versus $4.43 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 15 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.61 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 treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 15 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $17.60 per fill, versus $11.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 15 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $26.98 per fill, versus $21.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.53 per fill, versus $8.43 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 15 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $14.18 per fill, versus $15.60 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
Bicalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 14 prescriptions for Bicalutamide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $59.00 per fill, versus $25.88 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
Metolazone is a "water pill" (diuretic) that increases the amount of urine you make, which causes your body to get rid of excess water.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 14 prescriptions for Metolazone, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $46.19 per fill, versus $20.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 14 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $19.92 per fill, versus $31.16 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
Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 14 prescriptions for Silodosin, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $84.03 per fill, versus $86.78 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound infections in patients with serious burns.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 14 prescriptions for Ssd, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.76 per fill, versus $19.42 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $25.64 per fill, versus $26.15 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $62.07 per fill, versus $30.46 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
Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Ceftriaxone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $99.27 per fill, versus $69.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $23.71 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.13 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
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $42.33 per fill, versus $64.29 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $406.85 per fill, versus $83.33 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Metformin Er Gastric, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,449.90 per fill, versus $1,194.78 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.61 per fill, versus $15.52 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $13.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 13 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $28.71 per fill, versus $18.73 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
Enoxaparin is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Enoxaparin Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $89.53 per fill, versus $147.17 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $20.43 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $18.40 per fill, versus $13.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Nano Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $92.51 per fill, versus $74.61 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 medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.52 per fill, versus $42.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $187.44 per fill, versus $47.63 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $72.36 per fill, versus $67.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zonisamide is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 12 prescriptions for Zonisamide, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $43.96 per fill, versus $33.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Budesonide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $165.49 per fill, versus $181.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Easy Touch Alcohol Prep Pads, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $3.56 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
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $320.75 per fill, versus $425.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $20.15 per fill, versus $11.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Novolog Mix 70-30 Flexpen, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $556.73 per fill, versus $239.77 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 29% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $155.11 per fill, versus $77.53 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
Repaglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Repaglinide, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $16.42 per fill, versus $25.49 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.85 per fill, versus $15.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $59.75 per fill, versus $80.28 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
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Rahman wrote 11 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $193.25 per fill, versus $160.52 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. Rahman’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Rahman prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Rahman's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (796), Losartan Potassium (574) and Amlodipine Besylate (486).
How does Dr. Rahman's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 175 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Rahman prescribes 61 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 33 about as often and 81 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Rahman 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 New York 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.
