SANDY NIEHM FNP
Prescription History 1215979430
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Vancouver, WA
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for SANDY NIEHM FNP, an active Family specialist practicing in Vancouver, WA. Our medical registry currently tracks 154 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 9,754 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 429 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other WA PrescribersVs. WA Avg |
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| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 429 | $14.29▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 429 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 7.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $14.29 per fill, versus $20.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 429 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,766 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 412 | $16.53▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 412 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (110). Medicare paid an average of $16.53 per fill, versus $18.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 1,071 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 32,036 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone Hcl | 381 | $13.37▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Oxycodone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 381 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 7.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $13.37 per fill, versus $21.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 381 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,768 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 357 | $12.79▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 357 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (149). Medicare paid an average of $12.79 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 874.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 26,135 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril | 344 | $8.58 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 344 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (104). Medicare paid an average of $8.58 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 900.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 26,871 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan Potassium | 285 | $11.79 | ▲ More than typical |
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2023, this provider wrote 285 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (93). Medicare paid an average of $11.79 per fill, versus $11.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 720.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 21,459 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 239 | $15.95 | ▲ More than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 239 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (76). Medicare paid an average of $15.95 per fill, versus $15.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 615.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 18,405 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 234 | $18.70 | ▲ More than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 234 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 6.9 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $18.70 per fill, versus $16.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 482.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,333 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate | 213 | $8.00▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 213 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (97). Medicare paid an average of $8.00 per fill, versus $8.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 532 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,892 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tizanidine Hcl | 205 | $7.72▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Tizanidine Hcl: This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. In 2023, this provider wrote 205 Medicare prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 6.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $7.72 per fill, versus $16.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 223.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,953 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 191 | $5.82▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2023, this provider wrote 191 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (57). Medicare paid an average of $5.82 per fill, versus $5.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 529.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,821 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 188 | $20.15▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 188 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 4.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $20.15 per fill, versus $27.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 188 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,462 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 182 | $10.25▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 182 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $10.25 per fill, versus $14.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 449.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,417 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gabapentin | 170 | $22.02▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 170 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (69). Medicare paid an average of $22.02 per fill, versus $25.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 352.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,483 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alprazolam | 168 | $3.14▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 168 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 4.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $3.14 per fill, versus $7.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 185.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,164 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl | 150 | $12.19 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 150 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (65). Medicare paid an average of $12.19 per fill, versus $9.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 370.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,094 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 140 | $6.55▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 140 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $6.55 per fill, versus $9.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 307.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,154 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Succinate | 131 | $20.81▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 131 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (82). Medicare paid an average of $20.81 per fill, versus $22.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 359 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,770 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 127 | $13.29▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ 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). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 127 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $13.29 per fill, versus $18.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 301 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,942 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 124 | $34.58▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 124 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $34.58 per fill, versus $47.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 150.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,537 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pregabalin | 116 | $16.81▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures). A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 116 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 3.6 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $16.81 per fill, versus $43.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 144 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,225 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lorazepam | 116 | $2.94▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 116 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $2.94 per fill, versus $7.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 116 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,439 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 116 | $7.21▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. In 2023, this provider wrote 116 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $7.21 per fill, versus $15.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 121.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,074 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 115 | $12.81▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 115 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $12.81 per fill, versus $12.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 312.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,367 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Potassium Chloride | 114 | $28.22▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 114 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $28.22 per fill, versus $32.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 290.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,705 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 113 | $13.83▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2023, this provider wrote 113 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $13.83 per fill, versus $28.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 306 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,180 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 99 | $6.50▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 99 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $6.50 per fill, versus $8.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 120.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,456 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Furosemide | 97 | $7.49 | ▲ More than typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 97 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $7.49 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 240.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,119 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl ErMetformin Hcl | 96 | $12.92 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl Er: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 96 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $12.92 per fill, versus $11.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 256.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,700 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl | 95 | $6.13▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2023, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $6.13 per fill, versus $8.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 95 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,816 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 95 | $1,061.82 | ▲ More than typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $1,061.82 per fill, versus $929.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 180.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,278 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 93 | $24.43▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 93 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $24.43 per fill, versus $43.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 230.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,866 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 89 | $12.85▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 89 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 2.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $12.85 per fill, versus $22.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 136 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,699 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diazepam | 87 | $3.12▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Diazepam: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 87 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about 3.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $3.12 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 95 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,269 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 87 | $4.81▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 87 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $4.81 per fill, versus $9.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 90.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,367 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atenolol | 84 | $12.63 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2023, this provider wrote 84 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $12.63 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 229.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,897 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pravastatin Sodium | 84 | $24.43 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pravastatin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2023, this provider wrote 84 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $24.43 per fill, versus $18.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 252 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,560 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron OdtOndansetron | 80 | $31.63 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ondansetron Odt: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 80 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 3.6 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $31.63 per fill, versus $22.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 80 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 566 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 77 | $11.52▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 77 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $11.52 per fill, versus $20.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 90.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 73 | $18.42▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 73 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (65). Medicare paid an average of $18.42 per fill, versus $21.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 195 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,792 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Simvastatin | 72 | $10.64 | ▲ More than typical |
About Simvastatin: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2023, this provider wrote 72 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $10.64 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 214.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Estradiol | 72 | $55.90▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Estradiol: This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). Show more ▾ It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen. If you are using this medication to treat symptoms only in and around the vagina, products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected. This medication may also be used by women who are not able to produce enough estrogen (for example, due to hypogonadism, primary ovarian failure). Certain estrogen products may also be used by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). However, there are other medications (such as raloxifene, bisphosphonates including alendronate) that are also effective in preventing bone loss and may be safer. These medications should be considered for use before estrogen treatment. The 17-beta-isomer of estradiol, an aromatized C18 steroid with hydroxyl group at 3-beta- and 17-beta-position. Estradiol-17-beta is the most potent form of mammalian estrogenic steroids. In 2023, this provider wrote 72 Medicare prescriptions for Estradiol, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $55.90 per fill, versus $83.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 200 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,998 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nystatin | 69 | $23.29▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2023, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $23.29 per fill, versus $26.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 83.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,723 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lovastatin | 67 | $13.82 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lovastatin: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 67 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $13.82 per fill, versus $12.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 196 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,881 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carvedilol | 66 | $11.71▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $11.71 per fill, versus $13.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 134.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,964 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Celecoxib | 58 | $16.49▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Celecoxib: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Show more ▾ It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling. A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN. In 2023, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $16.49 per fill, versus $52.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 80 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,352 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prednisone | 58 | $2.83▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $2.83 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 62 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 776 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 56 | $26.94 | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $26.94 per fill, versus $16.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 144.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,340 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 56 | $8.74▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $8.74 per fill, versus $10.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 164 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,920 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cephalexin | 52 | $7.14▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 52 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $7.14 per fill, versus $10.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 68 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,148 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Montelukast Sodium | 51 | $13.35▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. 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 or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $13.35 per fill, versus $18.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 119 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 49 | $13.12▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. 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 (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $13.12 per fill, versus $18.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 101.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,040 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Donepezil Hcl | 49 | $11.05▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $11.05 per fill, versus $16.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 65.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,866 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluconazole | 48 | $7.91▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluconazole: Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals. Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $7.91 per fill, versus $15.78 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 335 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methocarbamol | 48 | $10.62▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Methocarbamol: Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles. A centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206) In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $10.62 per fill, versus $15.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,033 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pramipexole DihydrochloridePramipexole Di-Hcl | 48 | $15.81▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pramipexole Dihydrochloride: Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $15.81 per fill, versus $22.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 101 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,030 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ezetimibe | 47 | $29.69▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $29.69 per fill, versus $55.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 131 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 46 | $10.20▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ 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. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $10.20 per fill, versus $11.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 92 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,742 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate | 45 | $14.18▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Clopidogrel: 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). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2023, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $14.18 per fill, versus $17.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 111.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,340 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Temazepam | 44 | $6.20▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Temazepam: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Temazepam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A benzodiazepine that acts as a GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID modulator and anti-anxiety agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Temazepam, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $6.20 per fill, versus $18.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 44 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,266 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TrulicityDulaglutide | 42 | $1,054.43▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $1,054.43 per fill, versus $1,396.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 44.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alendronate Sodium | 42 | $15.35 | ≈ Typical |
About Alendronate Sodium: Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Show more ▾ Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. A nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $15.35 per fill, versus $13.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 110.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,304 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 40 | $21.73▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $21.73 per fill, versus $31.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 106 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,180 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| OzempicSemaglutide | 40 | $1,209.33▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,209.33 per fill, versus $1,381.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 51.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,478 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide | 39 | $8.29▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Glipizide: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $8.29 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 87.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Morphine Sulfate ErMorphine Sulfate | 39 | $18.91▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Morphine Sulfate Er: This medication is used to treat severe pain. Show more ▾ Morphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $18.91 per fill, versus $37.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 756 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mirtazapine | 38 | $13.14▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Mirtazapine: Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $13.14 per fill, versus $26.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 44 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,253 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphet ErDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 36 | $34.14▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $34.14 per fill, versus $67.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 37.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,064 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav | 34 | $9.61▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ 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. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $9.61 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 268 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Risperidone | 34 | $21.69 | ≈ Typical |
About Risperidone: Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Risperidone, about 81% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $21.69 per fill, versus $15.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 61.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,716 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride ErOxybutynin Chloride | 33 | $26.09▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride Er: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $26.09 per fill, versus $39.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 73 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,171 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Azithromycin | 32 | $4.97▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Azithromycin: This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $4.97 per fill, versus $13.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl | 32 | $43.06 | ▲ More than typical |
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $43.06 per fill, versus $33.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 96 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,880 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamterene-HydrochlorothiazidTriamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid | 31 | $14.10 | ≈ Typical |
About Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is a combination of two water pills (diuretics): triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. This combination is used by people who have developed or are at risk for having low potassium levels on hydrochlorothiazide. It causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $14.10 per fill, versus $13.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 91 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,730 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meloxicam | 31 | $5.48▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $5.48 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 87 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,610 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Spironolactone | 30 | $4.06▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 83% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $4.06 per fill, versus $14.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 74.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Acyclovir | 30 | $15.54▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Acyclovir: Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections. A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $15.54 per fill, versus $22.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 52.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,175 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 29 | $9.97▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Doxycycline Monohydrate: This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. Show more ▾ It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor. A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $9.97 per fill, versus $28.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 273 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 29 | $14.23▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $14.23 per fill, versus $20.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 86.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Acetaminophen-CodeineAcetaminophen With Codeine | 28 | $57.18 | ▲ More than typical |
About Acetaminophen-Codeine: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $57.18 per fill, versus $20.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 590 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 28 | $12.24 | ≈ Typical |
About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $12.24 per fill, versus $8.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 466 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LantusInsulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 28 | $1,172.70 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lantus: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $1,172.70 per fill, versus $715.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 60.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,784 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl | 28 | $23.42▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $23.42 per fill, versus $41.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 76 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,280 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Warfarin Sodium | 27 | $32.55 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Warfarin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood. An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $32.55 per fill, versus $16.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 81 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,430 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Allopurinol | 27 | $18.71 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 71% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $18.71 per fill, versus $18.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 81.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Baclofen | 26 | $23.48▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Baclofen: Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. A GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Baclofen, about 84% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $23.48 per fill, versus $33.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 57.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,585 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ketoconazole | 26 | $29.27 | ≈ Typical |
About Ketoconazole: This medication is used to control dandruff. Show more ▾ Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 76% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $29.27 per fill, versus $26.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 703 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 26 | $7.15▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $7.15 per fill, versus $9.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 394 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ipratropium Bromide | 26 | $94.47 | ≈ Typical |
About Ipratropium Bromide: Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor. A muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $94.47 per fill, versus $53.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 855 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 26 | $19.51▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $19.51 per fill, versus $26.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 43.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,238 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide ErGlipizide | 25 | $28.22 | ≈ Typical |
About Glipizide Er: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $28.22 per fill, versus $19.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 73 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,190 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 24 | $38.99 | ≈ Typical |
About Olmesartan Medoxomil: Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Olmesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to manage HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $38.99 per fill, versus $29.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 63.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,910 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ibuprofen | 24 | $13.83 | ≈ Typical |
About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. Show more ▾ When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $13.83 per fill, versus $10.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 929 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl | 24 | $29.14▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 60% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $29.14 per fill, versus $54.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,488 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-AmphetamineDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 24 | $17.94▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $17.94 per fill, versus $41.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 676 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Promethazine Hcl | 24 | $2.18▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Promethazine Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as motion sickness, or before/after surgery). It is also used to treat allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, and runny nose. It may be used to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery or to help certain opioid pain relievers (such as meperidine) work better. The suppository form is used when medications cannot be taken by mouth. Promethazine is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its other effects (such as anti-nausea, calming, pain relief) may work by affecting other natural substances (such as acetylcholine) and by acting directly on certain parts of the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $2.18 per fill, versus $16.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 147 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Propranolol Hcl | 24 | $17.39▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Propranolol Hcl: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $17.39 per fill, versus $28.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 58 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,740 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clindamycin Hcl | 23 | $8.81▼ below WA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Clindamycin Hcl: Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $8.81 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 174 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)Diltiazem Hcl | 23 | $15.01▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd): Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 85% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $15.01 per fill, versus $44.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,050 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amoxicillin | 22 | $4.15▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 73% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $4.15 per fill, versus $4.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 345 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diclofenac Sodium | 22 | $28.53▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 69% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $28.53 per fill, versus $30.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 567 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 22 | $28.37 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $28.37 per fill, versus $27.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,218 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Finasteride | 22 | $14.24▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $14.24 per fill, versus $17.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 62.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,862 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| XareltoRivaroxaban | 22 | $761.99▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Xarelto: Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Xarelto, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $761.99 per fill, versus $955.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ErIsosorbide Mononitrate | 22 | $24.33 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Isosorbide Mononitrate Er: Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $24.33 per fill, versus $22.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim | 22 | $6.62▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim: This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Show more ▾ It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $6.62 per fill, versus $6.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 302 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Autoshield Duo Pen NeedlePen Needle,dual Safety,diabetc | 21 | $91.32▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $91.32 per fill, versus $93.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 435 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carisoprodol | 21 | $12.33▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Carisoprodol: Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments. It works by helping to relax the muscles. A centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant whose mechanism of action is not completely understood but may be related to its sedative actions. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1202) In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $12.33 per fill, versus $16.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 590 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Torsemide | 21 | $25.31▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Torsemide: Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Torsemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A pyridine and sulfonamide derivative that acts as a sodium-potassium chloride symporter inhibitor (loop diuretic). It is used for the treatment of EDEMA associated with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE; CHRONIC RENAL INSUFFICIENCY; and LIVER DISEASES. It is also used for the management of HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Torsemide, about 62% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $25.31 per fill, versus $27.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 27.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 792 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Butalbital-Acetaminophen-CaffeButalb/Acetaminophen/Caffeine | 21 | $12.97▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe: This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Show more ▾ Acetaminophen helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of acetaminophen. Butalbital is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $12.97 per fill, versus $40.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 21 | $7.40▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydromorphone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Hydromorphone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. An opioid analgesic made from MORPHINE and used mainly as an analgesic. It has a shorter duration of action than morphine. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Hydromorphone Hcl, about 70% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $7.40 per fill, versus $25.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 398 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ropinirole Hcl | 20 | $22.49▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 83% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $22.49 per fill, versus $25.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 46.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,365 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Valsartan | 20 | $37.34 | ≈ Typical |
About Valsartan: Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $37.34 per fill, versus $34.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 54.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,635 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mupirocin | 20 | $12.65 | ≈ Typical |
About Mupirocin: Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). Show more ▾ It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria. A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 83% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $12.65 per fill, versus $12.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 189 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nitroglycerin | 19 | $16.90▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nitroglycerin: Nitroglycerin ointment is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This drug works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be used just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in these situations. Consult your doctor for more details. A volatile vasodilator which relieves ANGINA PECTORIS by stimulating GUANYLATE CYCLASE and lowering cytosolic calcium. It is also sometimes used for TOCOLYSIS and explosives. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 68% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $16.90 per fill, versus $20.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 346 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 18 | $27.59 | ≈ Typical |
About Nortriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $27.59 per fill, versus $19.78 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Testosterone Cypionate | 18 | $35.24▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Testosterone Cypionate: This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone. Show more ▾ In males, testosterone is responsible for many normal functions, including growth and development of the genitals, muscles, and bones. It also helps cause normal sexual development (puberty) in boys. Testosterone belongs to a class of drugs known as androgens. It works by affecting many body systems so that the body can develop and function normally. Testosterone may also be used in certain adolescent boys to cause puberty in those with delayed puberty. It may also be used to treat certain types of breast cancer in women. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 82% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $35.24 per fill, versus $46.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 29.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 817 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 18 | $4.32▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Metoclopramide Hcl: Metoclopramide is used by diabetic patients who have poor emptying of their stomachs (gastroparesis). Show more ▾ Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements). Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A dopamine D2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $4.32 per fill, versus $11.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lantus SolostarInsulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog | 18 | $653.01▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lantus Solostar: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $653.01 per fill, versus $689.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 33.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 971 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl | 17 | $49.33 | ≈ Typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $49.33 per fill, versus $34.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ciclopirox | 17 | $30.99▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ciclopirox: This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails. Show more ▾ It is used as part of a treatment program that may include the removal of unattached, infected nails by a health care professional. Ciclopirox works by stopping the growth of fungus. A cyclohexane and pyridinone derivative that is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, and for treatment of VAGINAL YEAST INFECTIONS. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 77% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $30.99 per fill, versus $35.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| JardianceEmpagliflozin | 17 | $682.67▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $682.67 per fill, versus $1,066.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 612 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LinzessLinaclotide | 17 | $781.74 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Linzess: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Linzess, about 71% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $781.74 per fill, versus $689.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ValacyclovirValacyclovir Hcl | 16 | $8.69▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Valacyclovir: Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 89% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $8.69 per fill, versus $50.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 143 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cefdinir | 16 | $14.89▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Cefdinir: Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 80% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $14.89 per fill, versus $23.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 116 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Latanoprost | 16 | $24.60 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Latanoprost: Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾ It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 13% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (120). Medicare paid an average of $24.60 per fill, versus $24.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 403 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Naproxen | 16 | $29.19 | ≈ Typical |
About Naproxen: Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. Show more ▾ It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain. An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Naproxen, about 76% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $29.19 per fill, versus $17.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,135 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 15 | $45.47▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ 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. The S-isomer of omeprazole. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 79% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $45.47 per fill, versus $95.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 15 | $93.39 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate: Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites. Show more ▾ The United States Center for Disease Control provides updated guidelines and travel recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria in different parts of the world. Discuss the most recent information with your doctor before traveling to areas where malaria occurs. This medication is also used to treat certain auto-immune diseases (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis). It belongs to a class of medications known as disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It can reduce skin problems in lupus and prevent swelling/pain in arthritis. Hydroxychloroquine is not recommended for coronavirus infection, also known as COVID-19, unless you are enrolled in a study. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits. A chemotherapeutic agent that acts against erythrocytic forms of malarial parasites. Hydroxychloroquine appears to concentrate in food vacuoles of affected protozoa. It inhibits plasmodial heme polymerase. (From Gilman et al., Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed, p970) In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 18% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (82). Medicare paid an average of $93.39 per fill, versus $81.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paxlovid (Eua)Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir | 15 | $10.73▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Paxlovid (Eua): The combination of nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets is a product that the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19. Show more ▾ The product is also approved to be used in Canada to treat COVID-19. It is used by people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus, have had mild to moderate symptoms for no more than 5 days and are not hospitalized. To receive this product you must also be at high risk for COVID-19 complications due to older age, obesity, or ongoing medical conditions (such as lung or heart disease or diabetes, among others). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment with nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases (boosts) the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. More information about nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is available from the FDA Fact Sheet for Patients, Parents, and Caregivers for Emergency Use and from the Health Canada Patient Medication Information sheet. There is limited information about how safe and effective the combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is for treating COVID-19. Study results show that nirmatrelvir and ritonavir may help people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus stay out of the hospital. This product is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. The information in this document reflects emerging data, which is evolving and subject to reassessment. Users should be aware of these considerations in their review of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, and it is always the responsibility of treating practitioners to exercise independent judgement in making care decisions. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Paxlovid (Eua), about 79% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $10.73 per fill, versus $10.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 75 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 15 | $15.39▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 68% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $15.39 per fill, versus $17.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lithium Carbonate | 14 | $11.19 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lithium Carbonate: This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors. A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $11.19 per fill, versus $9.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Novolog FlexpenInsulin Aspart | 14 | $355.38▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Novolog Flexpen: Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin aspart is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin aspart starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin that has been modified to contain an ASPARTIC ACID instead of a PROLINE at position 38 of the B-chain. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $355.38 per fill, versus $945.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 377 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 13 | $25.51▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Doxycycline Hyclate: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $25.51 per fill, versus $31.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 324 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ursodiol | 13 | $134.43▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ursodiol: 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). Show more ▾ Ursodiol is a bile acid. A penicillin derivative commonly used in the form of its sodium or potassium salts in the treatment of a variety of infections. It is effective against most gram-positive bacteria and against gram-negative cocci. It has also been used as an experimental convulsant because of its actions on GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID mediated synaptic transmission. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ursodiol, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $134.43 per fill, versus $241.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 13 | $26.70 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, 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 such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $26.70 per fill, versus $26.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 13 | $5.91▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Show more ▾ Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling. An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $5.91 per fill, versus $11.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 252 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| CiclopiroxCiclopirox Olamine | 13 | $19.39▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ciclopirox: This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails. Show more ▾ It is used as part of a treatment program that may include the removal of unattached, infected nails by a health care professional. Ciclopirox works by stopping the growth of fungus. A cyclohexane and pyridinone derivative that is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, and for treatment of VAGINAL YEAST INFECTIONS. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $19.39 per fill, versus $35.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 328 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sucralfate | 13 | $44.53▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾ Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 62% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $44.53 per fill, versus $76.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 372 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Calcitriol | 13 | $38.22 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Calcitriol: Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Show more ▾ Most people get enough vitamin D from exposure to the sun and from fortified food products (such as dairy products, vitamins). Vitamin D helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals (such as calcium, phosphorus) that are needed for building and keeping strong bones. Before regular vitamin D can be used by the body, it needs to be changed to the active form by the liver and kidneys. Calcitriol is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium/phosphorus/parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually used along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications. The physiologically active form of vitamin D. It is formed primarily in the kidney by enzymatic hydroxylation of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (CALCIFEDIOL). Its production is stimulated by low blood calcium levels and parathyroid hormone. Calcitriol increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, and in concert with parathyroid hormone increases bone resorption. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Calcitriol, about a third of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $38.22 per fill, versus $27.46 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clotrimazole-BetamethasoneClotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip | 12 | $43.83 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clotrimazole-Betamethasone: This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. Show more ▾ This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $43.83 per fill, versus $31.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 325 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clobetasol Propionate | 12 | $32.88▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clobetasol Propionate: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid. A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about a third of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $32.88 per fill, versus $60.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 227 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| FenofibrateFenofibrate Nanocrystallized | 12 | $45.07▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fenofibrate: 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. Show more ▾ It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 63% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $45.07 per fill, versus $47.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Butalb-Acetaminoph-Caff-CodeinButalbit/Acetamin/Caff/Codeine | 12 | $52.49▼ below WA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Butalb-Acetaminoph-Caff-Codein: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Codeine is an opioid pain reliever that acts on certain centers in the brain to give you pain relief. Acetaminophen helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of acetaminophen. Butalbital is a sedative which helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Butalb-Acetaminoph-Caff-Codein, about 80% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $52.49 per fill, versus $161.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SymbicortBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate | 12 | $516.54▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Symbicort: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. A pharmaceutical preparation of budesonide and formoterol fumarate that is used as an ANTI-ASTHMATIC AGENT and for the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Symbicort, about a third of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $516.54 per fill, versus $518.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 12 | $10.00▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sumatriptan Succinate: Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines and cluster headaches. Show more ▾ It helps to relieve pain and other symptoms of migraines/headaches including sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. It does not prevent future migraines/headaches or reduce how often you may get a headache. Sumatriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain. A serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 60% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $10.00 per fill, versus $35.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 357 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-MacroNitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst | 12 | $19.40▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro: This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 60% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $19.40 per fill, versus $25.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 87 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Flovent HfaFluticasone Propionate | 12 | $489.80 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Flovent Hfa: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. 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 (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Flovent Hfa, about 60% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $489.80 per fill, versus $434.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Candesartan Cilexetil | 12 | $138.86 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Candesartan Cilexetil: Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Candesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication is also used to treat heart failure. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 1 year due to increased risk of side effects. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about 60% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $138.86 per fill, versus $103.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LumiganBimatoprost | 12 | $296.59▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lumigan: Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure. A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Lumigan, about a third of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $296.59 per fill, versus $467.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 13.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 368 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 11 | $2.95▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $2.95 per fill, versus $25.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glyburide | 11 | $44.70 | ≈ Typical |
About Glyburide: Glyburide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glyburide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An antidiabetic sulfonylurea derivative with actions like those of chlorpropamide In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Glyburide, about 79% of the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (14). Medicare paid an average of $44.70 per fill, versus $21.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ventolin HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 11 | $141.98 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ventolin Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $141.98 per fill, versus $78.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 730 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonidine Hcl | 11 | $9.02▼ below WA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Washington prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $9.02 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the WA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 604 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for SANDY NIEHM FNP is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Family prescribing approach at this Vancouver, WA practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among WA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
