MR. ZACHARY EDWARD WATSON RN, NP-C
Prescription History 1275810608
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Mansfield, OH


Quality Rating: 81.3 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since November 14, 2011

Contact Information

335 GLESSNER AVE
MANSFIELD, OH
ZIP 44903
Phone: (419) 522-2734
Fax: (419) 522-2240

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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 MR. ZACHARY EDWARD WATSON RN, NP-C, an active Family specialist practicing in Mansfield, OH. Our medical registry currently tracks 78 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 4,901 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Levothyroxine Sodium, which accounts for 537 claims alone.


Alendronate Sodium

Generic Formulation: Alendronate SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 25.8
Days Supply 756
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills95.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,823
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $58.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.08

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 nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis.

Therapeutic Applications

Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 153.0
Days Supply 4,561
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims149.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills341.3
Peer Average Days Supply10,118
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $393.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.55

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 162
30-Day Fills 372.0
Days Supply 11,117
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims211.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills493.7
Peer Average Days Supply14,603
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,719.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.04

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Basaglar Kwikpen U-100

Generic Formulation: Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.AnlogSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 69.6
Days Supply 2,081
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,143
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $16,149.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$474.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$379.00

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.

Clinical Summary

A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn.

Colestipol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Colestipol HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,196
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $713.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$59.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.40

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

Highly crosslinked and insoluble basic anion exchange resin used as anticholesteremic. It may also may reduce triglyceride levels.

Therapeutic Applications

Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Comfort Ez Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 28.5
Days Supply 786
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.0
Peer Average Days Supply891
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,301.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$132.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$117.99

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

Desmopressin Acetate

Generic Formulation: Desmopressin AcetateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 38.3
Days Supply 1,147
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.5
Peer Average Days Supply785
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,585.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$136.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$89.70

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic analog of the pituitary hormone, ARGININE VASOPRESSIN. Its action is mediated by the VASOPRESSIN receptor V2. It has prolonged antidiuretic activity, but little pressor effects. It also modulates levels of circulating FACTOR VIII and VON WILLEBRAND FACTOR.

Therapeutic Applications

Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make. Normally, the amount of urine you make is controlled by a certain substance in the body called vasopressin. In people who have water diabetes (diabetes insipidus) or certain kinds of head injury or brain surgery, the body does not make enough vasopressin. Desmopressin is a man-made form of vasopressin and is used to replace a low level of vasopressin. This medication helps to control increased thirst and too much urination due to these conditions, and helps prevent dehydration. Desmopressin is also used to control bleeding caused by surgery or injuries in people with certain bleeding problems (hemophilia A, type 1 von Willebrand's disease). It works by helping the body with normal blood clotting.

Droplet Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 107
30-Day Fills 227.5
Days Supply 6,734
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,322
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 463.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,373.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$72.48

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

Dropsafe Prep Pads

Generic Formulation: Alcohol Antiseptic PadsSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 57.0
Days Supply 1,710
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,198
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 46.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $79.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.97

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

Easy Touch Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 20.7
Days Supply 565
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.2
Peer Average Days Supply586
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $968.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.62

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.

Ezetimibe

Generic Formulation: EzetimibeSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 2,070
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills88.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,630
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 39.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,310.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$71.95

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

Clinical Summary

An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Farxiga

Generic Formulation: Dapagliflozin PropanediolSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 60
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 2,430
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,640
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 76.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $46,262.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$771.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$903.94

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Fenofibrate

Generic Formulation: FenofibrateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 948
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,489
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $389.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.52

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

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood.

Therapeutic Applications

Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Fenofibrate

Generic Formulation: Fenofibrate NanocrystallizedSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 85.0
Days Supply 2,532
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,489
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 62.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,583.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.52

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

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic agent which reduces both CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES in the blood.

Therapeutic Applications

Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It works by increasing the natural substance (enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Lowering triglycerides in people with very high triglyceride blood levels may decrease the risk of pancreas disease (pancreatitis). However, fenofibrate might not lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of fenofibrate. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims95.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills173.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,928
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 88.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $26.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.57

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Glimepiride

Generic Formulation: GlimepirideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 321
30-Day Fills 736.4
Days Supply 21,977
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills128.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,831
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 494.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,230.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.77

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.

Clinical Summary

Alkaloids derived from TYRAMINE combined with 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde via a norbelladine pathway, including GALANTAMINE, lycorine and crinine. They are found in the AMARYLLIDACEAE plant family.

Therapeutic Applications

Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.

Glipizide

Generic Formulation: GlipizideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,290
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills78.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,306
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $215.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.43

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 oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized.

Therapeutic Applications

Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.

Glipizide Er

Generic Formulation: GlipizideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,980
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,244
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $815.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.56

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 oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized.

Therapeutic Applications

Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.

Humalog

Generic Formulation: Insulin LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 94
30-Day Fills 137.4
Days Supply 3,828
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,168
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 224.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $83,586.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$889.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$805.32

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

Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide).

Humalog Kwikpen U-100

Generic Formulation: Insulin LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 131
30-Day Fills 277.8
Days Supply 8,320
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,501
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 322.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $200,520.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,530.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$921.47

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

Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide).

Humalog Kwikpen U-200

Generic Formulation: Insulin LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 37.2
Days Supply 1,117
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.1
Peer Average Days Supply902
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $55,538.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,967.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,929.30

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

Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide).

Humalog Mix 75-25 Kwikpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin Lispro Protamin/LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 134.1
Days Supply 4,002
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,152
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 156.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $97,120.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,646.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,361.57

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

Insulin lispro protamine/insulin lispro is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. This product is a combination of two man-made insulins: intermediate-acting insulin lispro protamine and rapid-acting insulin lispro. This combination starts working faster and lasts for a longer time than regular insulin. Insulin is a natural substance that allows the body to properly use sugar from the diet. It replaces the insulin that your body no longer produces, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Humulin 70-30

Generic Formulation: Insulin Nph Hum/Reg Insulin HmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 22.1
Days Supply 600
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.6
Peer Average Days Supply517
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,304.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$450.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$388.58

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.

Humulin 70/30 Kwikpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin Nph Hum/Reg Insulin HmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 37.8
Days Supply 1,135
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.0
Peer Average Days Supply557
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,763.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$988.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$746.58

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.

Humulin N

Generic Formulation: Insulin Nph Human IsophaneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 65.2
Days Supply 1,940
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.7
Peer Average Days Supply777
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 129.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18,049.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$462.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$342.02

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.

Humulin R

Generic Formulation: Insulin Regular, HumanSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 38.4
Days Supply 1,154
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.6
Peer Average Days Supply477
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 37.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $15,217.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$691.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$236.57

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

Inhaled insulin powder is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This man-made insulin product is the same as human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It is a short-acting insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This product is absorbed into the blood through your lungs. It starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin injected under the skin. It is usually used in combination with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. This medication may also be used alone or with other oral diabetes drugs (such as metformin).

Humulin R U-500 Kwikpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin Regular, HumanSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 66
30-Day Fills 81.1
Days Supply 2,015
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,019
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 120.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $111,899.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,695.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,010.04

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

Inhaled insulin powder is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This man-made insulin product is the same as human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It is a short-acting insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This product is absorbed into the blood through your lungs. It starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin injected under the skin. It is usually used in combination with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. This medication may also be used alone or with other oral diabetes drugs (such as metformin).

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 68.0
Days Supply 2,040
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims80.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills194.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,795
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $148.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.87

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.

Clinical Summary

A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 77.9
Days Supply 2,294
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.2
Peer Average Days Supply774
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 39.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,359.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.82

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

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Ibandronate Sodium

Generic Formulation: Ibandronate SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,701
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $212.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.42

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

Aminobisphosphonate that is a potent inhibitor of BONE RESORPTION. It is used in the treatment of HYPERCALCEMIA associated with malignancy, for the prevention of fracture and bone complications in patients with breast cancer and bone metastases, and for the treatment and prevention of POSTMENOPAUSAL OSTEOPOROSIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis). Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases after menopause, as you age, or if you take corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for long periods. This medication works by slowing bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Ibandronate belongs to a class of medications called bisphosphonates.

Insulin Lispro

Generic Formulation: Insulin LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,406
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply743
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 66.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,436.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$160.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$194.54

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

Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide).

Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100

Generic Formulation: Insulin LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 103
30-Day Fills 145.3
Days Supply 4,077
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.0
Peer Average Days Supply961
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 267.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $35,391.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$343.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$205.25

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

Insulin that has been modified so that the B-chain contains a LYSINE at position 28 instead of a PROLINE and a PROLINE at position 29 instead of a LYSINE. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin lispro is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin lispro starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product. Insulin lispro may also be used with other oral diabetes medications (such as sulfonylureas like glyburide or glipizide).

Insulin Lispro Protamine Mix

Generic Formulation: Insulin Lispro Protamin/LisproSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 61.2
Days Supply 1,817
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.0
Peer Average Days Supply627
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 52.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $15,056.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$519.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$301.56

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

Insulin lispro protamine/insulin lispro is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. This product is a combination of two man-made insulins: intermediate-acting insulin lispro protamine and rapid-acting insulin lispro. This combination starts working faster and lasts for a longer time than regular insulin. Insulin is a natural substance that allows the body to properly use sugar from the diet. It replaces the insulin that your body no longer produces, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Insulin Syringe

Generic Formulation: Syringe-Needle,insulin,0.5 MlSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 43.7
Days Supply 1,290
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.9
Peer Average Days Supply758
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,070.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.69

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.

Januvia

Generic Formulation: Sitagliptin PhosphateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 78.0
Days Supply 2,285
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,882
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $40,249.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$958.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$897.09

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrazine-derived DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITOR and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that increases the levels of the INCRETIN hormones GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). It is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sitagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 157
30-Day Fills 255.0
Days Supply 7,221
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,974
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 302.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $146,705.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$934.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$994.66

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

Therapeutic Applications

Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Lantus

Generic Formulation: Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.AnlogSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 67.7
Days Supply 1,980
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.8
Peer Average Days Supply909
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 76.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $23,029.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$500.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$546.01

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 recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn.

Lantus Solostar

Generic Formulation: Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.AnlogSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 231
30-Day Fills 469.1
Days Supply 13,921
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills78.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,179
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 425.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $174,435.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$755.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$612.62

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 recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn.

Levemir Flexpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin DetemirSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 60
30-Day Fills 113.0
Days Supply 3,386
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,018.02

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 recombinant long-acting insulin and hypoglycemic agent in which a MYRISTIC ACID is conjugated to a LYSINE at position B29. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin detemir is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin detemir may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs (such as metformin, exenatide).

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 537
30-Day Fills 1,188.6
Days Supply 35,541
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims165.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills357.3
Peer Average Days Supply10,451
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 225.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,787.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.97

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

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 100
30-Day Fills 235.0
Days Supply 7,026
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims137.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills323.1
Peer Average Days Supply9,586
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $651.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.59

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 85.0
Days Supply 2,550
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims108.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills259.3
Peer Average Days Supply7,701
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $192.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.29

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 223
30-Day Fills 519.2
Days Supply 15,175
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims105.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills238.9
Peer Average Days Supply7,066
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 112.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,828.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.91

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 biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Metformin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 222
30-Day Fills 544.4
Days Supply 16,083
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills137.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,097
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 289.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,595.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.79

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

A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Methimazole

Generic Formulation: MethimazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 81
30-Day Fills 192.5
Days Supply 5,699
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,105
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 118.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $929.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.18

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

Clinical Summary

A thioureylene antithyroid agent that inhibits the formation of thyroid hormones by interfering with the incorporation of iodine into tyrosyl residues of thyroglobulin. This is done by interfering with the oxidation of iodide ion and iodotyrosyl groups through inhibition of the peroxidase enzyme.

Therapeutic Applications

Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). It works by stopping the thyroid gland from making too much thyroid hormone.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,650
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims114.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills263.2
Peer Average Days Supply7,799
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $471.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.92

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 43
30-Day Fills 92.2
Days Supply 2,745
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,584
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 72.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,544.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$105.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$95.48

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

Novolin 70-30

Generic Formulation: Insulin Nph Hum/Reg Insulin HmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 39.9
Days Supply 1,082
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.5
Peer Average Days Supply536
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 105.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,016.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$343.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$395.05

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

Novolin 70-30 Flexpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin Nph Hum/Reg Insulin HmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 68.5
Days Supply 2,051
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.0
Peer Average Days Supply472
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 140.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $20,069.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$557.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$469.03

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.

Novolin N

Generic Formulation: Insulin Nph Human IsophaneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 35.3
Days Supply 753
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.5
Peer Average Days Supply530
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,048.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$180.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$327.15

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.

Novolog

Generic Formulation: Insulin AspartSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 50.4
Days Supply 1,498
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,038
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $38,933.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,692.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$721.57

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

Insulin that has been modified to contain an ASPARTIC ACID instead of a PROLINE at position 38 of the B-chain.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin aspart is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin aspart starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product.

Novolog Flexpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin AspartSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 133
30-Day Fills 221.7
Days Supply 6,501
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,393
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 280.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $146,659.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,102.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$830.96

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

Insulin that has been modified to contain an ASPARTIC ACID instead of a PROLINE at position 38 of the B-chain.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin aspart is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. Insulin aspart starts working faster and lasts for a shorter time than regular insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. This medication is usually used with a medium- or long-acting insulin product.

Novolog Mix 70-30 Flexpen

Generic Formulation: Insulin Aspart Prot/Insuln AspSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 80.4
Days Supply 2,175
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.9
Peer Average Days Supply804
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 135.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $64,334.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,368.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,127.54

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. This product is a combination of two man-made insulins: intermediate-acting insulin aspart protamine and rapid-acting insulin aspart. This combination starts working faster and lasts for a longer time than regular insulin. Insulin is a natural substance that allows the body to properly use sugar from the diet. It replaces the insulin that your body no longer produces, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,410
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims112.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills239.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,069
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $468.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.45

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.

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Omnipod 5 G6 Pods (Gen 5)

Generic Formulation: Insulin Pump Cart,automated,btSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 93.0
Days Supply 2,746
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.8
Peer Average Days Supply884
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 318.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $57,343.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$855.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,263.85

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.

Ozempic

Generic Formulation: SemaglutideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 248
30-Day Fills 344.0
Days Supply 9,970
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,512
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 608.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $336,779.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,357.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,361.37

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

Therapeutic Applications

Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment.

Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 67.1
Days Supply 2,341
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,034
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 57.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $934.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.43

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.

Pioglitazone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Pioglitazone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 73.0
Days Supply 2,178
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills88.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,641
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $473.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.37

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

Therapeutic Applications

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. It works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Pioglitazone is used either alone or in combination with other diabetes medications (such as metformin or a sulfonylurea such as glyburide). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of pioglitazone.

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,968
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills146.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,360
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $332.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.30

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 antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 100.0
Days Supply 2,990
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims83.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills207.0
Peer Average Days Supply6,181
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 49.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $736.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.64

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

Clinical Summary

A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Simvastatin

Generic Formulation: SimvastatinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 147.0
Days Supply 4,410
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills214.6
Peer Average Days Supply6,384
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $402.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.70

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

Clinical Summary

A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Sure Comfort Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 27.4
Days Supply 767
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.3
Peer Average Days Supply994
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,558.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.15

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.

Synthroid

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 85
30-Day Fills 213.0
Days Supply 6,390
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills120.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,617
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 93.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,310.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.37

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

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Techlite Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 19.7
Days Supply 580
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.6
Peer Average Days Supply701
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $537.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.09

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

Toujeo Max Solostar

Generic Formulation: Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.AnlogSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 25.3
Days Supply 748
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,200
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $22,563.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,735.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,254.00

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.

Clinical Summary

A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn.

Toujeo Solostar

Generic Formulation: Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.AnlogSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,398
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,127
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,106.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,061.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$773.14

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

Clinical Summary

A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn.

Tresiba Flextouch U-100

Generic Formulation: Insulin DegludecSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 57.7
Days Supply 1,732
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,280
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,805.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$575.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$681.29

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

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin degludec is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin degludec may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs.

Tresiba Flextouch U-200

Generic Formulation: Insulin DegludecSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 17.8
Days Supply 505
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,269
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,384.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$813.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,277.64

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

Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin degludec is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin degludec may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs.

Trueplus Insulin Syringe

Generic Formulation: Syringe-Needle,insulin,0.5 MlSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 25.2
Days Supply 715
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.0
Peer Average Days Supply482
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 46.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $464.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.70

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

Trulicity

Generic Formulation: DulaglutideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 162
30-Day Fills 214.2
Days Supply 6,160
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,792
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 268.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217,752.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,344.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,323.82

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment.

Ulticare Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 31.5
Days Supply 890
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.5
Peer Average Days Supply688
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 52.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,070.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$79.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.88

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.

Ultra-Fine Micro Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 42.4
Days Supply 1,270
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,112
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,842.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$115.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$90.05

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

Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 44.5
Days Supply 1,329
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,421
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,351.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$123.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$85.50

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.

Ultra-Fine Nano Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 32.3
Days Supply 915
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,415
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,508.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$88.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$90.89

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.

Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 84
30-Day Fills 131.7
Days Supply 3,657
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,215
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 320.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,850.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$81.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$84.06

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

Unifine Pentips

Generic Formulation: Pen Needle, DiabeticSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 30.9
Days Supply 870
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.7
Peer Average Days Supply765
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $630.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.50

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.

Venlafaxine Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Venlafaxine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,024
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $142.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.65

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

Therapeutic Applications

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Victoza 3-Pak

Generic Formulation: LiraglutideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.5
Days Supply 465
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.7
Peer Average Days Supply987
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $17,923.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,194.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,643.52

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

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 MR. ZACHARY EDWARD WATSON RN, NP-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Mansfield, OH.

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 **Family** 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.