DR. BARBARA J MACCOLLUM M.D.
Prescription History 1215925821
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Phoenix, AZ


Quality Rating: 75 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since October 07, 2005

Contact Information

1300 N 12TH ST
SUITE 613
PHOENIX, AZ
ZIP 85006
Phone: (602) 254-5321
Fax: (602) 254-6582

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. BARBARA J MACCOLLUM M.D., an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Our medical registry currently tracks 18 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,018 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Famotidine, which accounts for 246 claims alone.


Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 300
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply228
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $224.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.21

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

Clinical Summary

A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Budesonide Dr

Generic Formulation: BudesonideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.3
Peer Average Days Supply983
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,604.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$133.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$123.60

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

Clinical Summary

A glucocorticoid used in the management of ASTHMA, the treatment of various skin disorders, and allergic RHINITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed.

Colestipol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Colestipol HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 1,140
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,147
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,303.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$65.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$102.60

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

Clinical Summary

Highly crosslinked and insoluble basic anion exchange resin used as anticholesteremic. It may also may reduce triglyceride levels.

Therapeutic Applications

Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Creon

Generic Formulation: Lipase/Protease/AmylaseSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 35.6
Days Supply 1,008
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply783
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 57.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $45,408.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,376.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,211.45

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food. It is used in conditions where the pancreas cannot make or does not release enough digestive enzymes into the small intestines to digest the food (conditions such as chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, cancer of the pancreas, post-pancreatectomy, post-gastrointestinal bypass surgery).

Dicyclomine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dicyclomine HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 438
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.8
Peer Average Days Supply965
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $346.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.31

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

Diphenoxylate-Atropine

Generic Formulation: Diphenoxylate Hcl/AtropineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 333
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.0
Peer Average Days Supply418
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $792.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.04

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat diarrhea. It helps to decrease the number and frequency of bowel movements. It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Diphenoxylate is similar to opioid pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut. Atropine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which help to dry up body fluids and also slow gut movement. This medication should not be used to treat diarrhea caused by certain types of infection (such as C. difficile-associated diarrhea following antibiotic therapy). Talk to your doctor for more details. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 6 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as breathing problems).

Entyvio

Generic Formulation: VedolizumabSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 336
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.2
Peer Average Days Supply587
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $100,668.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8,389.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8,001.52

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain bowel disorders (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease). In these conditions, the body's defense system (immune system) attacks healthy tissues in the gut, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, blood in the stool, and diarrhea. Vedolizumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking the actions of a certain natural substance (integrin) in the body. This helps to decrease swelling (inflammation) in the gut, which lessens symptoms and may slow or stop damage from these bowel disorders.

Esomeprazole Magnesium

Generic Formulation: Esomeprazole MagnesiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,398
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $226.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$79.10

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

Clinical Summary

The S-isomer of omeprazole.

Therapeutic Applications

Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 246
30-Day Fills 597.8
Days Supply 17,884
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills15.0
Peer Average Days Supply107
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,540.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,282.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.72

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

Clinical Summary

A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion.

Therapeutic Applications

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Linzess

Generic Formulation: LinaclotideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 53.0
Days Supply 1,590
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,177
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 54.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $29,538.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$798.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$833.80

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

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

Mesalamine

Generic Formulation: MesalamineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,427
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,287.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,023.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$745.38

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

Clinical Summary

An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon.

Nortriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nortriptyline HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,236
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $451.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.07

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 99
30-Day Fills 207.5
Days Supply 6,209
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims75.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills187.3
Peer Average Days Supply5,583
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 32.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,240.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.87

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

Clinical Summary

A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 106
30-Day Fills 106.0
Days Supply 570
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.0
Peer Average Days Supply297
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 360.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $634.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.28

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 205
30-Day Fills 477.1
Days Supply 14,270
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills150.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,464
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 220.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,003.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.85

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

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Sucralfate

Generic Formulation: SucralfateSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 35.2
Days Supply 956
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.6
Peer Average Days Supply962
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 26.1% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,346.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$218.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$67.79

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

Clinical Summary

A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly.

Sutab

Generic Formulation: Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag SulfSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 88
30-Day Fills 88.0
Days Supply 173
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.3
Peer Average Days Supply88
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 183.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,969.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$170.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$163.45

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Trulance

Generic Formulation: PlecanatideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 1,050
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.3
Peer Average Days Supply729
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,790.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$942.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$696.08

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

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Plecanatide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Plecanatide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as straining and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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