MARTIN C LAXSON PA
Prescription History 1275714701
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Gainesville, GA


Quality Rating: 82.55 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since November 27, 2007

Contact Information

1315 JESSE JEWELL PKWY NE STE 201
GAINESVILLE, GA
ZIP 30501
Phone: (770) 219-8765

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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 MARTIN C LAXSON PA, an active Surgical specialist practicing in Gainesville, GA. Our medical registry currently tracks 19 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,214 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 360 claims alone.


Alfuzosin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Alfuzosin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 73.0
Days Supply 2,190
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,003
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,197.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.20

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

Alfuzosin 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). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Bicalutamide

Generic Formulation: BicalutamideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,053
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,530
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $811.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.31

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

Bicalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer. This medication works by blocking the action of male hormones in the prostate, slowing the growth of cancer cells. This medication should not be used in women and children.

Cefuroxime

Generic Formulation: Cefuroxime AxetilSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 41.3
Days Supply 664
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.0
Peer Average Days Supply268
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 36.7% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,276.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.85

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 cephalosporin antibiotic.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 156
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.3
Peer Average Days Supply276
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $100.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.89

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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin 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.

Clotrimazole-Betamethasone

Generic Formulation: Clotrimazole/Betamethasone DipSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.5
Days Supply 451
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.4
Peer Average Days Supply577
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $327.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.77

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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash.

Dutasteride

Generic Formulation: DutasterideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,986
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $442.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.91

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 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 329
30-Day Fills 772.2
Days Supply 23,124
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,651
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 520.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,958.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.79

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 orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication.

Myrbetriq

Generic Formulation: MirabegronSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 95
30-Day Fills 129.7
Days Supply 3,860
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,946
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 102.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $60,890.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$640.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$630.79

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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.

Nitrofurantoin

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin MacrocrystalSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 676
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.6
Peer Average Days Supply961
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,237.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.81

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 urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-CrystSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 396
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.2
Peer Average Days Supply259
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $828.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.44

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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Oxybutynin Chloride

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 51.0
Days Supply 1,530
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,294
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $431.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.69

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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Oxybutynin Chloride Er

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 71
30-Day Fills 157.0
Days Supply 4,710
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,784
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 97.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,596.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.53

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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Potassium Citrate Er

Generic Formulation: Potassium CitrateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,322
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,698.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$184.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$140.10

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 powder that dissolves in water, which is administered orally, and is used as a diuretic, expectorant, systemic alkalizer, and electrolyte replenisher.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to make the urine less acidic. This effect helps the kidneys get rid of uric acid, thereby helping to prevent gout and kidney stones. This medication can also prevent and treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease. Citric acid and citrate salts (which contain potassium and sodium) belong to a class of drugs known as urinary alkalinizers. If you have a condition that requires you to limit your intake of potassium and sodium, your doctor may direct you to take a product that is lower in potassium and sodium.

Solifenacin Succinate

Generic Formulation: Solifenacin SuccinateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 1,020
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,335
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,719.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$69.35

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 quinuclidine and tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative and selective M3 MUSCARINIC ANTAGONIST. It is used as a UROLOGIC AGENT in the treatment of URINARY INCONTINENCE.

Therapeutic Applications

Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder. By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, solifenacin improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 449
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.1
Peer Average Days Supply343
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $188.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.54

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 360
30-Day Fills 871.2
Days Supply 26,055
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims92.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills199.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,700
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 291.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,092.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.96

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.

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.

Testopel

Generic Formulation: TestosteroneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 36.3
Days Supply 1,090
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$660.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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 potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL.

Therapeutic Applications

This medicated patch contains testosterone. It is used for hormone replacement in men who are not able to produce enough testosterone (for example, due to hypogonadism). This medication is absorbed through the skin, enters your bloodstream, and helps your body reach normal testosterone levels. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain the male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. This drug should not be used by women.

Testosterone

Generic Formulation: TestosteroneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 24.7
Days Supply 740
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.2
Peer Average Days Supply799
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,563.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$120.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$283.94

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.

Clinical Summary

A potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL.

Therapeutic Applications

This medicated patch contains testosterone. It is used for hormone replacement in men who are not able to produce enough testosterone (for example, due to hypogonadism). This medication is absorbed through the skin, enters your bloodstream, and helps your body reach normal testosterone levels. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain the male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. This drug should not be used by women.

Testosterone Cypionate

Generic Formulation: Testosterone CypionateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 59.3
Days Supply 1,776
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,209
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,563.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$65.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.80

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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone. In males, testosterone is responsible for many normal functions, including growth and development of the genitals, muscles, and bones. It also helps cause normal sexual development (puberty) in boys. Testosterone belongs to a class of drugs known as androgens. It works by affecting many body systems so that the body can develop and function normally. Testosterone may also be used in certain adolescent boys to cause puberty in those with delayed puberty. It may also be used to treat certain types of breast cancer in women.

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 MARTIN C LAXSON PA provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Gainesville, GA.

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 **Surgical** 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.