MR. MICHAEL CLYDE GRAHAM P.A.
Prescription History 1205901477
Physician Assistant in Potlatch, ID


Quality Rating: 94.91 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since November 22, 2006

Contact Information

225 6TH ST
POTLATCH, ID
ZIP 83855
Phone: (208) 883-2220

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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 MR. MICHAEL CLYDE GRAHAM P.A., an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Potlatch, ID. Our medical registry currently tracks 15 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 544 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Prednisone, which accounts for 137 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills246.2
Peer Average Days Supply7,352
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $164.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.59

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 56
30-Day Fills 56.0
Days Supply 638
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.9
Peer Average Days Supply221
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 154.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $809.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.41

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 346
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims146.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills364.7
Peer Average Days Supply10,890
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $215.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.26

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 239
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.4
Peer Average Days Supply247
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 77.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $241.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.56

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 semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Cefuroxime

Generic Formulation: Cefuroxime AxetilSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 164
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.7
Peer Average Days Supply268
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $596.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.76

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 cephalosporin antibiotic.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 515
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply388
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 92.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $451.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.91

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 semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 266
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.6
Peer Average Days Supply239
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $248.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.85

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 107
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.5
Peer Average Days Supply125
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $148.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.01

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

Clinical Summary

An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 130
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.3
Peer Average Days Supply997
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $54.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.63

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 36
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,598
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $61.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.41

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.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 252
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.9
Peer Average Days Supply852
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $147.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.49

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

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Levocetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). If your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use levocetirizine in place of your epinephrine.

Naproxen

Generic Formulation: NaproxenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 857
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.0
Peer Average Days Supply773
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 133.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $252.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.58

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-CrystSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 68.0
Days Supply 485
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.5
Peer Average Days Supply271
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 209.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,084.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.58

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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 88
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.8
Peer Average Days Supply275
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $111.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.08

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 competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 137
30-Day Fills 137.0
Days Supply 1,081
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.7
Peer Average Days Supply953
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 270.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $322.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.04

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

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 MR. MICHAEL CLYDE GRAHAM P.A. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Potlatch, ID.

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 **Physician Assistant** 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.