HEIDI SHARON BROOKENTHAL D.O.
Prescription History 1205911237
Family Medicine in Chicago, IL
What does Dr. Brookenthal prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Brookenthal wrote 6,983 Medicare prescriptions for 116 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 627 prescriptions for 188 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. Brookenthal prescribes.
Medications 116 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 Illinois 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 627 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (208). Medicare paid $8.28 per fill, versus $9.37 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 526 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $5.60 per fill, versus $6.68 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 300 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $4.15 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 206 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $7.00 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 200 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $6.97 per fill, versus $7.31 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 194 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $37.49 per fill, versus $31.97 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 188 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $7.36 per fill, versus $8.10 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 176 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $11.89 per fill, versus $15.83 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 163 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $9.41 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 162 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $14.27 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 155 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $10.46 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 151 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $11.87 per fill, versus $11.25 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 127 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $14.22 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 121 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.23 per fill, versus $7.94 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 112 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $3.71 per fill, versus $5.20 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 111 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $17.95 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 101 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $1,430.90 per fill, versus $1,303.69 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 95 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $8.63 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 91 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $9.69 per fill, versus $8.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 80 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.75 per fill, versus $32.63 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 79 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 75% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $13.25 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 78 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $9.73 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 74 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $7.01 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 72 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $8.57 per fill, versus $12.18 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 69 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 84% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $9.25 per fill, versus $12.56 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
Lovastatin 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 67 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $8.92 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 66 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.49 per fill, versus $5.65 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 65 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 69% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $1,008.40 per fill, versus $848.57 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 65 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.19 per fill, versus $13.55 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 64 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.92 per fill, versus $9.22 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 63 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $3.05 per fill, versus $6.66 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 60 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $15.68 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 60 prescriptions for Jardiance, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,285.58 per fill, versus $1,039.71 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 depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 60 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $5.00 per fill, versus $8.47 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 59 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.86 per fill, versus $6.01 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 55 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,116.98 per fill, versus $913.62 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 54 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.19 per fill, versus $8.46 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 53 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $20.71 per fill, versus $12.95 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 51 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $8.97 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 51 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $32.79 per fill, versus $27.87 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 49 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $19.84 per fill, versus $14.96 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 49 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.65 per fill, versus $18.38 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 48 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 82% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $13.87 per fill, versus $10.66 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 glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 46 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $149.08 per fill, versus $130.05 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 44 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $2.79 per fill, versus $7.29 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 43 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.78 per fill, versus $13.82 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 depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 42 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $3.72 per fill, versus $8.82 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 41 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $21.54 per fill, versus $20.03 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 41 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.04 per fill, versus $8.88 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 41 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $26.89 per fill, versus $28.51 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 41 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 80% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $8.49 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 40 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.22 per fill, versus $6.92 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 38 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.73 per fill, versus $10.65 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 36 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.45 per fill, versus $14.92 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 33 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.81 per fill, versus $11.09 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 33 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 62% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.61 per fill, versus $12.03 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 33 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 62% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $0.86 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 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 32 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $848.04 per fill, versus $513.05 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 32 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 84% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $15.43 per fill, versus $23.87 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 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 32 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $392.72 per fill, versus $315.56 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 medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 31 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $32.46 per fill, versus $28.67 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 30 prescriptions for Ibu, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $0.49 per fill, versus $2.77 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 30 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 87% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $18.24 per fill, versus $22.31 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 29 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 70% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,451.26 per fill, versus $1,243.48 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 29 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $14.59 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 28 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.93 per fill, versus $9.48 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 anxiety.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 28 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.88 per fill, versus $13.10 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 28 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 81% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.99 per fill, versus $12.48 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 27 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 72% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $1,367.69 per fill, versus $1,245.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 26 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $602.21 per fill, versus $595.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 25 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $3.40 per fill, versus $2.88 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $14.57 per fill, versus $16.82 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 24 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $2,032.24 per fill, versus $1,501.33 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 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $203.19 per fill, versus $156.43 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 22 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.07 per fill, versus $8.56 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 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 22 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.12 per fill, versus $11.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 72% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2.13 per fill, versus $15.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 21 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 65% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $77.52 per fill, versus $102.70 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 21 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $16.86 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 20 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $17.54 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 20 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $13.13 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 19 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $13.25 per fill, versus $21.99 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 19 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $33.13 per fill, versus $25.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 18 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about 72% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.68 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 18 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $504.07 per fill, versus $577.35 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 18 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 62% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.22 per fill, versus $15.41 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
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 18 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.94 per fill, versus $18.92 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 17 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $821.93 per fill, versus $372.34 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 17 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $152.44 per fill, versus $257.00 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 17 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.13 per fill, versus $6.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 16 prescriptions for Entresto, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,919.06 per fill, versus $1,055.66 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 16 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.84 per fill, versus $9.36 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
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 16 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $196.96 per fill, versus $251.52 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 15 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $11.57 per fill, versus $11.52 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 15 prescriptions for Lantus, about 65% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $138.82 per fill, versus $116.85 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.22 per fill, versus $8.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 15 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $162.12 per fill, versus $249.56 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 15 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.43 per fill, versus $31.19 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 14 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $2.17 per fill, versus $6.59 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 14 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $30.63 per fill, versus $30.45 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 14 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $0.91 per fill, versus $4.46 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 14 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $104.36 per fill, versus $69.57 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 14 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 30% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,281.99 per fill, versus $923.03 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 13 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 22% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $23.07 per fill, versus $13.03 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.56 per fill, versus $11.13 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 41% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.47 per fill, versus $12.64 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $9.69 per fill, versus $8.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 60% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $3.07 per fill, versus $9.54 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.68 per fill, versus $16.52 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
Naloxone is used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Naloxone Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $58.98 per fill, versus $64.06 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $19.44 per fill, versus $49.42 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 21% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,491.37 per fill, versus $847.43 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 12 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about 76% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $33.34 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 11 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 32% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $5.14 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 11 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.96 per fill, versus $18.97 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Brookenthal wrote 11 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 19% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $34.47 per fill, versus $30.94 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. Brookenthal’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Brookenthal prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Brookenthal's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (627), Amlodipine Besylate (526) and Hydrochlorothiazide (300).
How does Dr. Brookenthal's prescribing compare with other Illinois prescribers?
Of the 116 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Brookenthal prescribes 37 more often than the typical Illinois prescriber, 31 about as often and 48 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Brookenthal 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 Illinois 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.
