CHI ZHENG M.D.
Prescription History 1225354756
Hospitalist in Milwaukee, WI


Quality Rating: 91.11 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since April 08, 2010

Contact Information

9200 W WISCONSIN AVE
MILWAUKEE, WI
ZIP 53226
Phone: (414) 955-0350
Fax: (414) 955-0094

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CHI ZHENG M.D., an active Hospitalist specialist practicing in Milwaukee, WI. Our medical registry currently tracks 33 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 723 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 66 claims alone.


Albuterol Sulfate Hfa

Generic Formulation: Albuterol SulfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 20.5
Days Supply 526
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,588
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $671.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.37

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. 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.

Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 54.6
Days Supply 1,640
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills133.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,967
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $291.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.46

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

Clinical Summary

A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. 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.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 109.7
Days Supply 3,290
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims132.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills322.4
Peer Average Days Supply9,573
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $394.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.97

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

Clinical Summary

A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. 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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 66
30-Day Fills 202.6
Days Supply 6,080
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims196.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills491.2
Peer Average Days Supply14,607
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,140.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.91

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 19.3
Days Supply 577
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,314
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $440.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.74

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 32.7
Days Supply 980
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,463
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $824.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.10

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

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). 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.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,620
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $114.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.09

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

Clinical Summary

An 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. 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.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 447
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.5
Peer Average Days Supply904
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $152.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.59

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

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. 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.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 20.7
Days Supply 533
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,031
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,111.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.52

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

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. 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.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,155
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills119.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,406
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21,571.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,027.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$842.07

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

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. 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.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,518
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $49.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.10

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

Clinical Summary

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 40.2
Days Supply 1,178
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims92.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills181.7
Peer Average Days Supply5,227
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $147.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.23

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

Clinical Summary

A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. 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.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,406
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills138.8
Peer Average Days Supply4,044
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $380.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.37

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

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. 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.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,110
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills214.9
Peer Average Days Supply6,418
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 85.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $43.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.18

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. 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.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 82.3
Days Supply 2,463
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,026
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $36,579.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,219.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,069.94

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

Therapeutic Applications

Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. 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.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 77.8
Days Supply 2,335
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims143.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills332.2
Peer Average Days Supply9,789
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $431.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.99

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

Clinical Summary

The 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). 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.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 40.3
Days Supply 1,210
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims127.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills318.4
Peer Average Days Supply9,476
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $54.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.46

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

Clinical Summary

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. 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.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 82.3
Days Supply 2,470
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims115.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills290.1
Peer Average Days Supply8,634
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $365.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.66

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

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. 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.

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 77.6
Days Supply 2,330
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims80.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills196.8
Peer Average Days Supply5,848
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $242.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.05

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

Clinical Summary

A 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. 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.

Metformin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 736
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills156.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,662
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $518.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.95

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

Clinical Summary

A 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. 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.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims110.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills266.5
Peer Average Days Supply7,910
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 87.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $642.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.14

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. 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.

Morphine Sulfate Er

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 387
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.2
Peer Average Days Supply998
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $511.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.06

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

Clinical Summary

The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. 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.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 137.3
Days Supply 4,120
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims111.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills257.7
Peer Average Days Supply7,637
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $828.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.48

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 41.3
Days Supply 845
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.7
Peer Average Days Supply790
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $676.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.70

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

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. 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.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 50.7
Days Supply 1,502
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills203.5
Peer Average Days Supply6,076
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $199.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.22

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 47.3
Days Supply 1,404
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills97.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,882
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $335.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.95

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

Clinical Summary

A 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)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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).

Sure Comfort Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 27.7
Days Supply 830
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,003
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $629.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.29

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

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 57.7
Days Supply 1,712
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills177.4
Peer Average Days Supply5,244
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $347.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.39

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

Therapeutic Applications

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). 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.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 482
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,011
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $177.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.11

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

Clinical Summary

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. 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.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 50.6
Days Supply 1,510
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills106.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,106
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $301.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.65

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. 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.

Trulicity

Generic Formulation: DulaglutideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 16.4
Days Supply 476
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,728
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $15,699.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,427.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,345.29

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. 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.

Victoza 3-Pak

Generic Formulation: LiraglutideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.3
Peer Average Days Supply903
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,723.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$883.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,565.21

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

Clinical Summary

An analog of GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE 1 and agonist of the GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE 1 RECEPTOR that is used as a HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT and supplemental therapy in the treatment of DIABETES MELLITUS by patients who do not respond to METFORMIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used with a doctor-approved exercise, behavior change, and reduced-calorie diet program to help you lose weight. It is used by certain overweight people, such as those who are obese or have weight-related medical problems. Losing weight and keeping it off can lessen the many health risks that come with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and a shorter life. Liraglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by controlling your appetite.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 32.7
Days Supply 964
WI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,896
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,471.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$861.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$935.26

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. 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.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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