DAVID A PAPERMASTER P.A.-C.
Prescription History 1225023708
Physician Assistant - Medical in Waukesha, WI
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DAVID A PAPERMASTER P.A.-C., an active Medical specialist practicing in Waukesha, WI. Our medical registry currently tracks 24 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,519 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 552 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 (2024)Rx (2024) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other WI PrescribersVs. WI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 552 | $11.01▼ below WI avg | ▲ More than 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. A sulfonamide derivative and adrenergic alpha-1 receptor antagonist that is used to relieve symptoms of urinary obstruction caused by BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 552 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 6.6 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (84.1). Medicare paid an average of $11.01 per fill, versus $15.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 1,335.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 39,693 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| MyrbetriqMirabegron | 108 | $817.82 | ▲ More than typical |
About Myrbetriq: This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Show more ▾ Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity. A beta3-adrenergic receptor agonist. In 2024, this provider wrote 108 Medicare prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (42.9). Medicare paid an average of $817.82 per fill, versus $626.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 192.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,713 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-MacroNitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst | 99 | $21.83 | ▲ More 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 2024, this provider wrote 99 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 4.4 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (22.4). Medicare paid an average of $21.83 per fill, versus $15.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 113.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,245 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| GemtesaVibegron | 95 | $680.19 | ▲ More than typical |
About Gemtesa: This medication is used to treat overactive bladder. Show more ▾ Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine that causes a sudden urge to urinate. The urge may be hard to control, and overactive bladder symptoms may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Vibegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder. A beta3 adrenergic receptor agonist. In 2024, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Gemtesa, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (45.3). Medicare paid an average of $680.19 per fill, versus $666.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 140.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,061 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Finasteride | 85 | $13.47 | ▲ More 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 2024, this provider wrote 85 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (51.9). Medicare paid an average of $13.47 per fill, versus $12.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 251 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride ErOxybutynin Chloride | 65 | $17.79▼ below WI avg | ▲ More than 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 2024, this provider wrote 65 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (31.5). Medicare paid an average of $17.79 per fill, versus $22.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 148 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,425 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Testosterone | 57 | $147.02▼ below WI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Testosterone: This medicated gel contains testosterone. Show more ▾ It is used for hormone replacement in men who are not able to produce enough testosterone (for example, due to hypogonadism). This medication is absorbed through the skin, enters your bloodstream, and helps your body reach normal testosterone levels. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain the male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. This drug should not be used by women. A potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL. In 2024, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Testosterone, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (22.9). Medicare paid an average of $147.02 per fill, versus $157.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 73 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,155 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Dutasteride | 48 | $49.85 | ▲ More than typical |
About Dutasteride: This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. 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). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride 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. This medication should not be used by women or children. A 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Dutasteride, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (26.5). Medicare paid an average of $49.85 per fill, versus $30.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 89.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,656 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Acetic Acid | 47 | $18.52 | ▲ More than typical |
About Acetic Acid: Acetic acid is used to treat an outer ear infection (external otitis). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria and fungus. Treating the infection reduces pain and swelling in the ear. Wetness in the ear canal can help bacteria and fungus to grow. This medication may also contain drying ingredients such as glycerin or alcohol. Drying of the ear canal helps to cure the infection. Product of the oxidation of ethanol and of the destructive distillation of wood. It is used locally, occasionally internally, as a counterirritant and also as a reagent. (Stedman, 26th ed) In 2024, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Acetic Acid, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (22.8). Medicare paid an average of $18.52 per fill, versus $15.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 54.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,453 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Testosterone Cypionate | 40 | $48.02 | ▲ More than 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. Some brands may also be used to treat certain types of breast cancer in women. A potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL. In 2024, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (26.1). Medicare paid an average of $48.02 per fill, versus $33.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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. 97.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,882 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 36 | $7.37▼ below WI avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It 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. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. In 2024, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (22.8). Medicare paid an average of $7.37 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 296 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Solifenacin Succinate | 34 | $42.18▼ below WI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Solifenacin Succinate: Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder. Show more ▾ By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, solifenacin improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics. A quinuclidine and tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative and selective M3 MUSCARINIC ANTAGONIST. It is used as a UROLOGIC AGENT in the treatment of URINARY INCONTINENCE. In 2024, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Solifenacin Succinate, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (29.4). Medicare paid an average of $42.18 per fill, versus $43.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 76.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,278 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim | 32 | $5.72▼ below WI avg | ▲ More than 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (24.4). Medicare paid an average of $5.72 per fill, versus $5.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 37.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 561 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Trospium Chloride | 31 | $38.48▼ below WI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Trospium Chloride: This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder. Show more ▾ By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, trospium improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. Trospium belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. It is also known as an antimuscarinic. In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Trospium Chloride, about the same volume as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $38.48 per fill, versus $57.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,582 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 26 | $3.75▼ below WI avg | ▼ Less 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 2024, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (53.4). Medicare paid an average of $3.75 per fill, versus $18.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 77 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Alfuzosin Hcl ErAlfuzosin Hcl | 23 | $20.18▼ below WI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Alfuzosin Hcl Er: Alfuzosin 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). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about 60% of the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (38.2). Medicare paid an average of $20.18 per fill, versus $22.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 55.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,661 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 22 | $19.75 | ≈ 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 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about the same volume as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (23.8). Medicare paid an average of $19.75 per fill, versus $14.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WI 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 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 762 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Cephalexin | 22 | $6.86▼ below WI avg | ≈ 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 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 79% of the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (27.8). Medicare paid an average of $6.86 per fill, versus $7.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 166 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amoxicillin | 22 | $4.32 | ▼ 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 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 60% of the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (36.4). Medicare paid an average of $4.32 per fill, versus $2.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 301 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 19 | $18.26▼ below WI avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride: Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder). 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. In 2024, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 84% of the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (22.7). Medicare paid an average of $18.26 per fill, versus $18.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 27.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 637 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Methenamine Hippurate | 18 | $51.67▼ below WI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Methenamine Hippurate: Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria. Show more ▾ It is not used to treat an active infection. Antibiotics must be used first to treat and cure the infection. Methenamine is a drug that stops the growth of bacteria in urine. This medication also contains an ingredient that helps to make the urine acidic. When the urine is acidic, methenamine turns into formaldehyde to kill the bacteria. This drug is effective only against bacterial infections in the urinary tract. It will not work for other types of bacterial infections (such as in the blood) or for viral infections (such as the common cold or flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibacterial drug can lead to its decreased effectiveness. Both parts of molecule contribute to its antibacterial action. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about half the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (32.3). Medicare paid an average of $51.67 per fill, versus $68.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 494 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nystatin | 15 | $14.28▼ below WI avg | ▼ Less 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 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 66% of the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (22.7). Medicare paid an average of $14.28 per fill, versus $18.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 267 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| NitrofurantoinNitrofurantoin Macrocrystal | 12 | $38.92 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nitrofurantoin: This medication is used to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections. Show more ▾ This medication is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. Nitrofurantoin should not be used by children less than one month of age due to the risk of a certain blood problem (hemolytic anemia). A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about half the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (23.4). Medicare paid an average of $38.92 per fill, versus $35.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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. 20.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 582 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 11 | $4.37▼ below WI avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Triamcinolone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a medium- to strong-potency corticosteroid. The potency depends on the strength and the form that you use. For details on the potency of your product, ask your pharmacist. 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 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about a third of the volume of the typical Wisconsin prescriber of this medication (33.3). Medicare paid an average of $4.37 per fill, versus $8.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average WI 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 WI average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 246 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DAVID A PAPERMASTER P.A.-C. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2024, 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 Medical prescribing approach at this Waukesha, WI 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 among WI prescribers of the same medication and form, shown only when at least five prescribers contribute. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
About the medication summaries. Drug use descriptions come from the CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard (2024), and substance definitions from Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) 2026, U.S. National Library of Medicine. They are summaries that do not contain all possible information about a medication and are not individual medical advice. Ask a health care professional about any medication and your specific health needs.
