PAUL R. DEATON MD
Prescription History 1235110313
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Memphis, TN
What does Dr. Deaton prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Deaton wrote 1,489 Medicare prescriptions for 40 medications. The most prescribed was Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (albuterol sulfate), with 202 prescriptions for 77 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Deaton prescribes.
Medications 40 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Tennessee prescribers.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 202 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $25.82 per fill, versus $27.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 170 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $868.67 per fill, versus $861.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 103 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $521.08 per fill, versus $524.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 100 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.08 per fill, versus $4.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 83 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $24.59 per fill, versus $6.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 78 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $716.76 per fill, versus $699.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 51 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $63.83 per fill, versus $71.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 50 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $12.52 per fill, versus $10.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 48 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $604.02 per fill, versus $574.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 48 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $794.29 per fill, versus $785.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of lung disease (idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis- IPF, interstitial lung disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 47 prescriptions for Ofev, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13,037.79 per fill, versus $12,471.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Selexipag is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension-PAH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 35 prescriptions for Uptravi, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $23,641.10 per fill, versus $22,868.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Macitentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 28 prescriptions for Opsumit, about 80% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12,719.40 per fill, versus $12,508.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ethambutol is used with other medications to treat tuberculosis (TB).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 27 prescriptions for Ethambutol Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $32.64 per fill, versus $56.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Roflumilast is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 27 prescriptions for Roflumilast, about 77% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $102.48 per fill, versus $96.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 25 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $342.48 per fill, versus $317.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tadalafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 24 prescriptions for Tadalafil, about 90% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2,269.19 per fill, versus $443.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 23 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $350.56 per fill, versus $79.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 20 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 17% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $8.75 per fill, versus $13.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and treat tuberculosis and other bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 20 prescriptions for Rifampin, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $26.36 per fill, versus $60.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 20 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $673.35 per fill, versus $614.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 19 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $379.44 per fill, versus $290.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ambrisentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 16 prescriptions for Ambrisentan, about 37% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6,596.14 per fill, versus $3,190.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $188.48 per fill, versus $169.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 15 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 15% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $1.58 per fill, versus $4.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used along with other medications to treat a certain lung infection (Mycobacterium avium complex-MAC) after other treatments have not worked.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 14 prescriptions for Arikayce, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $14,558.39 per fill, versus $15,231.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 14 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.67 per fill, versus $16.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 24% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.91 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 14 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 73% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $524.64 per fill, versus $403.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levalbuterol is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 14 prescriptions for Levalbuterol Tartrate Hfa, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $60.18 per fill, versus $64.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 13 prescriptions for Bevespi Aerosphere, about 69% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $424.50 per fill, versus $503.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 13 prescriptions for Breyna, about 67% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $254.56 per fill, versus $202.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 13 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 14% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $7.10 per fill, versus $25.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Beclomethasone is used to prevent and control symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 13 prescriptions for Qvar Redihaler, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $321.72 per fill, versus $311.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bosentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Fewer than five Tennessee prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Bosentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 12 prescriptions for Bosentan, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $5,665.98 per fill, versus $3,621.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 12 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 29% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $24.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pirfenidone is used to treat a certain lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 12 prescriptions for Pirfenidone, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $974.96 per fill, versus $2,281.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 12 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $34.67 per fill, versus $68.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Deaton wrote 11 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $75.39 per fill, versus $142.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Deaton’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Deaton prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Deaton's most prescribed medications were Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (202), Trelegy Ellipta (170) and Breo Ellipta (103).
How does Dr. Deaton's prescribing compare with other Tennessee prescribers?
Of the 39 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Deaton prescribes 9 more often than the typical Tennessee prescriber, 12 about as often and 18 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Deaton prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Tennessee prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
