BRANDON J. AUERBACH MD
Prescription History 1275895708
Internal Medicine in Seattle, WA
What does Dr. Auerbach prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Auerbach wrote 2,314 Medicare prescriptions for 73 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 229 prescriptions for 63 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Auerbach prescribes.
Medications 73 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Washington prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 229 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (166). Medicare paid $13.94 per fill, versus $11.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 92 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $18.56 per fill, versus $11.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 91 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $19.83 per fill, versus $19.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 76 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $19.98 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 73 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 69% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 71 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 68% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $10.59 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 67 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,392.04 per fill, versus $994.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 65 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 72% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $17.04 per fill, versus $14.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 63 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.04 per fill, versus $7.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 61 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 78% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $17.71 per fill, versus $15.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 61 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 75% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $14.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 56 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $11.41 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 48 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 84% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.04 per fill, versus $5.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 48 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $14.01 per fill, versus $10.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 45 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $141.25 per fill, versus $64.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 44 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $16.32 per fill, versus $14.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 44 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 87% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $27.43 per fill, versus $21.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 43 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $38.22 per fill, versus $26.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 40 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 68% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $7.41 per fill, versus $6.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 40 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $14.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 36 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $30.77 per fill, versus $27.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 36 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 84% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $14.82 per fill, versus $13.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 36 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $24.15 per fill, versus $18.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 28 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 81% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $9.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 27 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 78% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $622.68 per fill, versus $679.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 26 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $9.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 24 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $16.15 per fill, versus $16.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 24 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $63.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 24 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 63% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.38 per fill, versus $5.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 24 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $16.29 per fill, versus $9.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 24 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 77% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $9.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 23 prescriptions for Minoxidil, about 71% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $17.77 per fill, versus $11.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 22 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.24 per fill, versus $10.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 21 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 60% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $29.20 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 81% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.30 per fill, versus $16.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 20 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 74% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $7.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 20 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 60% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.38 per fill, versus $7.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $43.55 per fill, versus $29.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 19 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Amlodipine-Hctz, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $100.31 per fill, versus $81.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 19 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.69 per fill, versus $9.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 18 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $21.41 per fill, versus $17.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 18 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,097.89 per fill, versus $1,255.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 18 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about 87% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $54.71 per fill, versus $37.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 18 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14.72 per fill, versus $13.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 17 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 64% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $31.33 per fill, versus $18.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 17 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $58.56 per fill, versus $59.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 16 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 31% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $33.95 per fill, versus $29.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 74% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.95 per fill, versus $23.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 16 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.34 per fill, versus $13.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 16 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.96 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 16 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $61.35 per fill, versus $37.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 15 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 38% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.17 per fill, versus $11.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 15 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $46.19 per fill, versus $27.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 15 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $30.11 per fill, versus $28.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 15 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.59 per fill, versus $17.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 15 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $8.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 13 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.86 per fill, versus $10.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 40% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.38 per fill, versus $8.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 13 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 33% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $13.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 32% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $25.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 13 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $22.12 per fill, versus $11.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 12 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 37% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $38.93 per fill, versus $21.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 12 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $126.05 per fill, versus $204.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 12 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 30% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $38.93 per fill, versus $22.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 12 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $16.19 per fill, versus $26.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 12 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 28% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $908.84 per fill, versus $1,270.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 12 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 24% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $19.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 11 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 17% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $19.52 per fill, versus $34.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 11 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $29.98 per fill, versus $27.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 11 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 25% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,022.50 per fill, versus $1,041.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Fewer than five Washington prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 11 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 21% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $20.75 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Auerbach wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2.66 per fill, versus $11.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Auerbach’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Auerbach prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Auerbach's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (229), Levothyroxine Sodium (92) and Gabapentin (91).
How does Dr. Auerbach's prescribing compare with other Washington prescribers?
Of the 72 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Auerbach prescribes 4 more often than the typical Washington prescriber, 23 about as often and 45 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Auerbach prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Washington prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
