DR. ARUNA BAVINENI MD
Prescription History 1194891663
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Westland, MI

NPI Status: Active since November 28, 2006

Contact Information

30901 PALMER RD
WESTLAND, MI
ZIP 48186
Phone: (734) 367-8520

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. ARUNA BAVINENI MD, an active Psychiatry specialist practicing in Westland, MI. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 264 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Olanzapine Odt, which accounts for 38 claims alone.


Abilify Maintena

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 420
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.7
Peer Average Days Supply901
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $43,132.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,875.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,577.72

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

Clinical Summary

A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Aripiprazole

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 165
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,790
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $614.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$122.62

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

Clinical Summary

A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Benztropine Mesylate

Generic Formulation: Benztropine MesylateSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 214
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims65.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,014
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $90.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.24

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

Clinical Summary

A centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE. Benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine.

Therapeutic Applications

Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol). Benztropine belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. Benztropine should not be used by children younger than 3 years.

Bupropion Hcl Sr

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 185
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,301
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $131.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.12

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

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 419
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,434
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $137.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.81

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

Clinical Summary

An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Clozapine

Generic Formulation: ClozapineSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 156
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims69.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,735
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $590.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.18

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

Clinical Summary

A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). Clozapine is a psychiatric medication (anti-psychotic type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Clozapine decreases hallucinations and helps prevent suicide in people who are likely to try to harm themselves. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 347
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,733
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $136.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.43

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

Clinical Summary

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

Fluphenazine Decanoate

Generic Formulation: Fluphenazine DecanoateSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 364
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.4
Peer Average Days Supply922
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $765.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$114.54

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a long-acting form of fluphenazine that is used to treat certain mental/mood problems (chronic schizophrenia). Fluphenazine decanoate is usually used in patients who have benefited from regular doses of short-acting forms of fluphenazine and who may benefit from long-term (maintenance) treatment with less frequent dosing. Fluphenazine belongs to a class of medications called phenothiazines and is also referred to as a neuroleptic. It works by affecting the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include reduced episodes of hallucinations, delusions, or bizarre behaviors that occur in patients with schizophrenia. This product does not work right away. It may take 1-3 days to notice an effect from this drug, and up to 4 days to experience the full effect. For severe agitation or other symptoms, use a short-acting medication as directed by your doctor. This medication is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age. Also, it should not be used to manage behavioral problems in patients with mental retardation.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 528
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims87.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills124.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,567
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $213.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.33

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

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Lithium Carbonate

Generic Formulation: Lithium CarbonateSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 197
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,035
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $151.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.13

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

Clinical Summary

A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors.

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 478
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,153
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $231.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.41

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

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.

Olanzapine Odt

Generic Formulation: OlanzapineSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 589
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.6
Peer Average Days Supply884
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $579.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$151.79

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

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Therapeutic Applications

Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section.

Vraylar

Generic Formulation: Cariprazine HclSpecialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 282
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.4
Peer Average Days Supply920
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,682.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$760.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,367.20

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

Therapeutic Applications

Cariprazine is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, bipolar depression, schizophrenia). Cariprazine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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