WEI-YU CHOU MD
Prescription History 1215215421
Family Medicine in Liverpool, NY
What does Dr. Chou prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Chou wrote 9,183 Medicare prescriptions for 162 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 508 prescriptions for 161 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. Chou prescribes.
Medications 162 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other New York prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 508 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $7.80 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 421 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $6.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 391 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 355 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $5.47 per fill, versus $6.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 259 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $7.69 per fill, versus $9.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 257 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $11.74 per fill, versus $11.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 246 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $14.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 237 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $10.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 207 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $24.57 per fill, versus $33.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 164 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $12.31 per fill, versus $12.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 155 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $14.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 154 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,133.37 per fill, versus $1,284.03 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 153 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.53 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 153 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $8.59 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 151 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.90 per fill, versus $12.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 149 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 135 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $4.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 134 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.30 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 134 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $11.33 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 124 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $3.89 per fill, versus $6.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 122 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $13.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 120 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,048.04 per fill, versus $1,011.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 110 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.93 per fill, versus $7.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 109 prescriptions for Januvia, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,083.37 per fill, versus $893.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 94 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $10.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 94 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $8.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 83 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.64 per fill, versus $15.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 83 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.05 per fill, versus $9.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 82 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $28.08 per fill, versus $23.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 75 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $742.49 per fill, versus $874.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 75 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.55 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 72 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.80 per fill, versus $9.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 71 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.90 per fill, versus $3.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 69 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.50 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 67 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $33.96 per fill, versus $20.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 66 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $7.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 61 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $8.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 60 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.34 per fill, versus $5.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 60 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $22.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 55 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $10.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 55 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $19.18 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 54 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $13.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 53 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $10.96 per fill, versus $169.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 53 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $10.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 53 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.83 per fill, versus $7.09 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 51 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.35 per fill, versus $13.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 50 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $465.75 per fill, versus $511.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 50 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.60 per fill, versus $13.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 50 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $11.08 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 48 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $126.42 per fill, versus $117.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 47 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.43 per fill, versus $16.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 45 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $26.04 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 45 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $8.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 44 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $33.56 per fill, versus $23.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 44 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $22.33 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 43 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $20.92 per fill, versus $16.13 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 43 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $16.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 43 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.26 per fill, versus $12.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.92 per fill, versus $10.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 42 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.14 per fill, versus $17.57 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 39 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.00 per fill, versus $17.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 37 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $49.46 per fill, versus $69.95 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 37 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $616.43 per fill, versus $832.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 36 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $299.68 per fill, versus $324.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 35 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $14.03 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 34 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.32 per fill, versus $18.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 34 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.41 per fill, versus $8.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 34 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.76 per fill, versus $9.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 34 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $16.84 per fill, versus $11.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 33 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $501.33 per fill, versus $589.77 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 medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 32 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $17.41 per fill, versus $15.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 32 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.24 per fill, versus $10.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 31 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.46 per fill, versus $25.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 31 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1,096.74 per fill, versus $1,279.00 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 31 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.66 per fill, versus $15.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 30 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $751.35 per fill, versus $778.51 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 30 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.62 per fill, versus $10.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 29 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.56 per fill, versus $26.33 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 29 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $11.62 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 29 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 88% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $4.83 per fill, versus $8.15 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 29 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $26.16 per fill, versus $18.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 29 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $5.43 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 28 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.16 per fill, versus $6.31 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 27 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.21 per fill, versus $8.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 27 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $30.92 per fill, versus $61.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 27 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $10.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 26 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $46.28 per fill, versus $24.33 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 26 prescriptions for Diazepam, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.45 per fill, versus $6.65 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 26 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 86% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.38 per fill, versus $11.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 26 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,447.45 per fill, versus $1,286.03 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 25 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.20 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 25 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.45 per fill, versus $10.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 25 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $34.87 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 25 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,543.55 per fill, versus $942.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $19.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 23 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $27.92 per fill, versus $19.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 23 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $27.40 per fill, versus $36.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 22 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.07 per fill, versus $13.12 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 treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 22 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $19.79 per fill, versus $18.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 22 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $108.06 per fill, versus $143.95 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 22 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $7.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 22 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $32.97 per fill, versus $58.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $3.55 per fill, versus $15.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 21 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $8.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 21 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $20.91 per fill, versus $30.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 21 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.72 per fill, versus $13.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 20 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.07 per fill, versus $13.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $43.52 per fill, versus $25.37 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 20 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.07 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 20 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $18.73 per fill, versus $26.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 19 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $202.86 per fill, versus $213.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 19 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.93 per fill, versus $16.15 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 19 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.14 per fill, versus $3.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $728.94 per fill, versus $974.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.08 per fill, versus $4.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 10% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $198.76 per fill, versus $191.57 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.45 per fill, versus $29.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $30.58 per fill, versus $24.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $24.34 per fill, versus $18.83 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 18 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.66 per fill, versus $29.38 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 17 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $23.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 17 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 86% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $20.80 per fill, versus $27.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 16 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $20.91 per fill, versus $34.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 16 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $11.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $22.56 per fill, versus $27.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $480.58 per fill, versus $586.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $7.68 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $85.86 per fill, versus $38.37 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
Rabeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Rabeprazole Sodium, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $51.54 per fill, versus $41.56 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 an overactive bladder.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $99.15 per fill, versus $86.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 15 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $58.94 per fill, versus $80.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.05 per fill, versus $28.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.55 per fill, versus $30.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.99 per fill, versus $11.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $3.71 per fill, versus $12.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $55.67 per fill, versus $94.05 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $544.53 per fill, versus $1,047.02 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 14 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 75% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $259.79 per fill, versus $235.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 13 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $4.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 13 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $29.67 per fill, versus $27.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 13 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $33.84 per fill, versus $61.42 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 13 prescriptions for Guanfacine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $14.85 per fill, versus $40.14 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 13 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.12 per fill, versus $24.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 13 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,577.56 per fill, versus $729.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $8.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Boostrix Tdap, about 8% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $69.16 per fill, versus $61.01 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Clonidine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $179.66 per fill, versus $99.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $19.21 per fill, versus $23.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $29.96 per fill, versus $36.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $41.78 per fill, versus $155.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydromorphone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.06 per fill, versus $22.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.76 per fill, versus $31.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $18.32 per fill, versus $77.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Silodosin, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $64.59 per fill, versus $86.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $50.00 per fill, versus $160.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 12 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $53.58 per fill, versus $67.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 11 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $394.30 per fill, versus $167.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 11 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 18% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $28.02 per fill, versus $26.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 11 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $79.32 per fill, versus $39.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 11 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.00 per fill, versus $8.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 11 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $25.15 per fill, versus $15.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamoxifen is used to treat breast cancer.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Chou wrote 11 prescriptions for Tamoxifen Citrate, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $23.96 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. Chou’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Chou prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Chou's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (508), Amlodipine Besylate (421) and Levothyroxine Sodium (391).
How does Dr. Chou's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 162 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Chou prescribes 46 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 37 about as often and 79 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Chou prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the New York prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
