DR. SALIEHA ZAHEER M.D
Prescription History 1235429721
Family Medicine in San Diego, CA
What does Dr. Zaheer prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Zaheer wrote 2,637 Medicare prescriptions for 70 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 191 prescriptions for 67 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. Zaheer prescribes.
Medications 70 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 California prescribers.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 191 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 174 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $13.57 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 171 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $4.19 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 142 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $7.14 per fill, versus $15.63 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
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.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 131 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $13.29 per fill, versus $15.64 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 128 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $12.43 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 103 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 90 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $5.74 per fill, versus $9.26 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 California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 68 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 64 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.33 per fill, versus $9.99 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
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 58 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $12.59 per fill, versus $9.03 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 56 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $2.79 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 54 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $9.65 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 53 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.63 per fill, versus $9.93 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 beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 51 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $18.50 per fill, versus $14.23 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 48 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $16.50 per fill, versus $11.14 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 46 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,125.16 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 33 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $13.87 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 California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 32 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $19.77 per fill, versus $15.10 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 30 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.51 per fill, versus $9.59 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 30 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1,205.79 per fill, versus $1,230.75 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
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 29 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $19.15 per fill, versus $12.66 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 29 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $33.60 per fill, versus $24.00 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 28 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $42.43 per fill, versus $26.00 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 27 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.21 per fill, versus $10.39 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 26 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $34.26 per fill, versus $28.70 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 26 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $27.01 per fill, versus $24.72 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 26 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $79.82 per fill, versus $74.43 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 25 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,159.50 per fill, versus $933.82 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
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 23 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,340.04 per fill, versus $923.33 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 23 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.28 per fill, versus $13.09 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 23 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $23.87 per fill, versus $15.02 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 22 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $25.33 per fill, versus $22.82 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 hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 22 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $51.79 per fill, versus $56.87 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
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 22 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.95 per fill, versus $13.25 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 20 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.67 per fill, versus $8.98 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 20 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $3.05 per fill, versus $6.39 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 medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 19 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.45 per fill, versus $24.93 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
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 19 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $23.82 per fill, versus $12.42 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 19 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $535.22 per fill, versus $698.68 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 19 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.92 per fill, versus $9.76 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $32.93 per fill, versus $25.68 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 18 prescriptions for Cefpodoxime Proxetil, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $13.76 per fill, versus $35.49 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $34.78 per fill, versus $20.54 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 18 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.07 per fill, versus $17.72 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $35.08 per fill, versus $21.39 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 17 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.74 per fill, versus $13.99 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 16 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.04 per fill, versus $10.05 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 16 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $17.49 per fill, versus $11.76 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 anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 15 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $0.80 per fill, versus $6.52 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 15 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $2.68 per fill, versus $7.89 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 15 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $47.45 per fill, versus $28.64 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 15 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $639.96 per fill, versus $627.60 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 15 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1.34 per fill, versus $6.24 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 14 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $25.78 per fill, versus $15.58 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 14 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.30 per fill, versus $14.45 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 14 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,845.92 per fill, versus $1,191.18 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.56 per fill, versus $10.03 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $57.61 per fill, versus $28.57 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.54 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 13 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $18.15 per fill, versus $11.17 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 13 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.31 per fill, versus $21.18 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 13 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.88 per fill, versus $10.59 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 13 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $35.75 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 California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 12 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.84 per fill, versus $4.49 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
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 12 prescriptions for Creon, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,546.10 per fill, versus $1,476.55 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
Edoxaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 12 prescriptions for Savaysa, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (12). Medicare paid $408.09 per fill, versus $416.89 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $19.58 per fill, versus $17.99 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 11 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $19.28 per fill, versus $14.01 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Zaheer wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.82 per fill, versus $16.05 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. Zaheer’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Zaheer prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Zaheer's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (191), Levothyroxine Sodium (174) and Amlodipine Besylate (171).
How does Dr. Zaheer's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 70 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Zaheer prescribes 3 more often than the typical California prescriber, 17 about as often and 50 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Zaheer 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 California 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.
