MICHAEL ZUMWALT M.D.
Prescription History 1275947764
Dermatology in Reno, NV


Quality Rating: 83.8 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since June 12, 2014

Contact Information

640 W MOANA LN
RENO, NV
ZIP 89509
Phone: (775) 324-0699

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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 MICHAEL ZUMWALT M.D., an active Dermatology specialist practicing in Reno, NV. Our medical registry currently tracks 8 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 970 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Doxycycline Hyclate, which accounts for 619 claims alone.


Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 60
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.4
Peer Average Days Supply289
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $44.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.20

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 46.0
Days Supply 440
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply315
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 NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $346.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.06

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.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 619
30-Day Fills 619.0
Days Supply 6,530
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.5
Peer Average Days Supply429
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 2,192.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,540.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.69

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.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 131
30-Day Fills 131.4
Days Supply 3,500
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.6
Peer Average Days Supply901
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 309.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,614.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$73.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$99.61

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 pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 92
30-Day Fills 92.0
Days Supply 485
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims93.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills93.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,240
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $728.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.69

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

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,431
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $757.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.44

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 19.7
Days Supply 559
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,220
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 NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $119.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.56

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 esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 70
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply690
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $151.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.61

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 prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

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 MICHAEL ZUMWALT M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Reno, NV.

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 **Dermatology** 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.