CHRISTOPHER DUAKA OBIOGBOLU NP
Prescription History 1275917577
Nurse Practitioner in Washington, DC

NPI Status: Active since July 16, 2015

Contact Information

4310 HUNT PLACE, N.E
WASHINGTON, DC
ZIP 20019
Phone: (202) 388-4300

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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 CHRISTOPHER DUAKA OBIOGBOLU NP, an active Nurse Practitioner specialist practicing in Washington, DC. Our medical registry currently tracks 24 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 667 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Sertraline Hcl, which accounts for 67 claims alone.


Abilify Maintena

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 852
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.1
Peer Average Days Supply828
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $81,886.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,823.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,597.94

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

Clinical Summary

A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 579
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.0
Peer Average Days Supply871
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $167.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.44

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

Clinical Summary

A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Aripiprazole

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,494
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,587.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$141.59

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

A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Aristada

Generic Formulation: Aripiprazole LauroxilSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.4
Peer Average Days Supply928
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $49,766.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,317.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,012.05

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Extended-release aripiprazole injection is used to treat a mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. This medication can decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there) and improve your concentration. It also helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Some brands of this medication are also used to treat bipolar disorder. It can help to decrease extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. Extended-release aripiprazole injection is a long-acting psychiatric medication known as an atypical antipsychotic. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Benztropine Mesylate

Generic Formulation: Benztropine MesylateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 628
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,623
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $213.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.63

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 centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE. Benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine.

Therapeutic Applications

Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol). Benztropine belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. Benztropine should not be used by children younger than 3 years.

Bupropion Hcl Sr

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,021
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 33.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $648.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.58

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,696
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $235.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.22

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

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,353
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $73.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.38

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat anxiety. It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 525
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,547
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,073.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$59.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.18

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 thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,705
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $389.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.98

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

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,095
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $174.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.97

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

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Haloperidol

Generic Formulation: HaloperidolSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,097
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 DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $429.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.04

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 phenyl-piperidinyl-butyrophenone that is used primarily to treat SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOSES. It is also used in schizoaffective disorder, DELUSIONAL DISORDERS, ballism, and TOURETTE SYNDROME (a drug of choice) and occasionally as adjunctive therapy in INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY and the chorea of HUNTINGTON DISEASE. It is a potent antiemetic and is used in the treatment of intractable HICCUPS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p279)

Therapeutic Applications

Haloperidol is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also help prevent suicide in people who are likely to harm themselves. It also reduces aggression and the desire to hurt others. It can decrease negative thoughts and hallucinations. Haloperidol can also be used to treat uncontrolled movements and outbursts of words/sounds related to Tourette's syndrome. Haloperidol is also used for severe behavior problems in hyperactive children when other treatments or medications have not worked. Haloperidol is a psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Hydroxyzine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,290
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply946
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 50.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $678.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.60

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

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.

Lurasidone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Lurasidone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.79

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.

Memantine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Memantine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,730
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $277.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.11

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

Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Olanzapine

Generic Formulation: OlanzapineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,486
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $128.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.28

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 benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Therapeutic Applications

Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section.

Oxcarbazepine

Generic Formulation: OxcarbazepineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 23.7
Days Supply 710
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,020
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $822.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$83.46

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 carbamazepine derivative that acts as a voltage-gated sodium channel blocker. It is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES with or without secondary generalization. It is also an inducer of CYTOCHROME P-450 CYP3A4.

Therapeutic Applications

Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).

Prazosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Prazosin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,040
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $349.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.17

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 alpha-1 antagonist used in the treatment of HEART FAILURE; HYPERTENSION; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; RAYNAUD DISEASE; PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY; and URINARY RETENTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Prazosin belongs to a class of medications called alpha blockers. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 64.0
Days Supply 1,889
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,757
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 39.1% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $712.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.62

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 dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Rexulti

Generic Formulation: BrexpiprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.1
Peer Average Days Supply541
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 DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $40,122.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,543.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,522.19

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression). Brexpiprazole helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). In addition, this medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Brexpiprazole is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Risperidone

Generic Formulation: RisperidoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,426
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $169.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.71

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 blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 2,008
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,802
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 97.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $403.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.30

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Topiramate

Generic Formulation: TopiramateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,099
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $132.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.44

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

Clinical Summary

A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss.

Therapeutic Applications

Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 73.0
Days Supply 2,160
DC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,878
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 DC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $482.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.00

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

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 CHRISTOPHER DUAKA OBIOGBOLU NP provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Washington, DC.

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 **Nurse Practitioner** 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.