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DR. ELLEN M BEEBE OD
Prescription History 1245665348
Optometrist in Albuquerque, NM


Quality Rating: 96.75 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since September 08, 2013

Contact Information

5757 HARPER DR NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
ZIP 87109
Phone: (505) 888-5757
Fax: (505) 889-3589

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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 DR. ELLEN M BEEBE OD, an active Optometrist specialist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 485 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 233 claims alone.

Medication Index

Azelastine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Azelastine HclSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 346
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,622
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $382.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.45

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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms.

Cyclosporine

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 63
30-Day Fills 101.5
Days Supply 3,030
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,048
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 231.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $48,024.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$762.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$820.72

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 group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Erythromycin

Generic Formulation: Erythromycin BaseSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 418
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.8
Peer Average Days Supply482
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.00

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

Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats or prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 233
30-Day Fills 431.8
Days Supply 12,332
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims144.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills263.2
Peer Average Days Supply7,534
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 61.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,914.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.24

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 prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 73.8
Days Supply 2,124
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,550
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $17,067.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$406.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$423.08

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 cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Ofloxacin

Generic Formulation: OfloxacinSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.7
Days Supply 254
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims103.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills106.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,180
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $108.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.96

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 synthetic fluoroquinolone antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA GYRASE, halting DNA REPLICATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 30.4
Days Supply 762
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims136.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills163.4
Peer Average Days Supply4,121
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,059.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.87

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 certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 75.5
Days Supply 2,265
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,649
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $50,748.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,409.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,071.23

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 group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 55.2
Days Supply 1,620
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills140.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,126
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 NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $559.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.24

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 beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Travoprost

Generic Formulation: TravoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 27.3
Days Supply 814
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,598
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,131.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$317.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$232.03

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 cloprostenol derivative that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

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 DR. ELLEN M BEEBE OD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Albuquerque, NM.

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 **Optometrist** 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.