DR. RAMON E. NEGRON RIVERA M.D.
Prescription History 1285615021
General Practice in Villalba, PR
What does Dr. Negron Rivera prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 21,478 Medicare prescriptions for 182 medications. The most prescribed was Famotidine, with 1,425 prescriptions for 294 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. Negron Rivera prescribes.
Medications 182 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 Puerto Rico prescribers.
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 1,425 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $6.17 per fill, versus $7.25 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 1,408 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (337). Medicare paid $6.05 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 868 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $9.88 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 798 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $3.90 per fill, versus $5.61 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 756 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $7.88 per fill, versus $15.32 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 616 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $4.56 per fill, versus $6.34 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 604 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $7.83 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 539 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $10.59 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 535 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (250). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 531 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (233). Medicare paid $50.24 per fill, versus $76.31 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 479 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 5.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $16.36 per fill, versus $26.55 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 452 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $6.12 per fill, versus $12.35 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 405 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 6.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $5.43 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 386 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $3.12 per fill, versus $5.10 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 351 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $5.33 per fill, versus $8.48 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 312 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $9.51 per fill, versus $14.45 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 300 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $15.93 per fill, versus $16.47 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 298 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (130). Medicare paid $6.51 per fill, versus $10.15 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 294 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $3.60 per fill, versus $4.51 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 280 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $4.04 per fill, versus $5.52 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 268 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $7.24 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 266 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $6.76 per fill, versus $15.37 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 236 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $6.51 per fill, versus $10.63 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 234 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (168). Medicare paid $12.69 per fill, versus $9.16 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 223 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $54.49 per fill, versus $96.98 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 220 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $11.95 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 217 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $18.24 per fill, versus $23.14 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 190 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $8.86 per fill, versus $10.21 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 172 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $12.90 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 167 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $18.59 per fill, versus $35.08 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 165 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.19 per fill, versus $24.52 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 154 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.96 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 152 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $5.11 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 151 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $26.33 per fill, versus $77.98 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 150 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.67 per fill, versus $25.54 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 141 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.03 per fill, versus $17.94 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 139 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $17.76 per fill, versus $31.01 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 132 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $12.44 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 131 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $34.22 per fill, versus $53.83 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 129 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $7.18 per fill, versus $8.20 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 129 prescriptions for Risperidone, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 126 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 80% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (158). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 125 prescriptions for Humulin 70-30, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $87.61 per fill, versus $106.01 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 125 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $76.30 per fill, versus $90.78 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 used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 119 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $8.38 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 119 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $4.83 per fill, versus $7.04 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 117 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $5.48 per fill, versus $8.12 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 116 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $20.43 per fill, versus $24.73 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 115 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $8.42 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 109 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.54 per fill, versus $11.86 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).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 104 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $6.06 per fill, versus $6.72 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 103 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $8.50 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 101 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $7.47 per fill, versus $9.24 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 100 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.29 per fill, versus $19.06 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 98 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (157). Medicare paid $13.27 per fill, versus $12.94 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 97 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $594.91 per fill, versus $782.35 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 94 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $7.48 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 94 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $8.10 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 93 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.13 per fill, versus $15.11 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
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 90 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.92 per fill, versus $21.00 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 along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 89 prescriptions for Pioglitazone-Metformin, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $43.65 per fill, versus $75.34 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 85 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $11.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 83 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $18.13 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 77 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $581.23 per fill, versus $747.42 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 76 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.61 per fill, versus $16.55 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 74 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $11.61 per fill, versus $17.21 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 71 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $11.27 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 69 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.06 per fill, versus $18.26 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
This medication is a combination of 3 drugs: empagliflozin, linagliptin, and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 68 prescriptions for Trijardy Xr, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $547.31 per fill, versus $769.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 67 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.42 per fill, versus $19.51 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 63 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $16.23 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 62 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $6.25 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
This medication is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs/arms (intermittent claudication due to occlusive artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 61 prescriptions for Pentoxifylline, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $25.22 per fill, versus $39.09 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, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 60 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 58 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.35 per fill, versus $12.97 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 58 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.85 per fill, versus $23.38 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 57 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $20.51 per fill, versus $16.14 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
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 57 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $13.49 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 57 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.42 per fill, versus $34.60 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 56 prescriptions for Candesartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $83.63 per fill, versus $136.06 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 55 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $17.27 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 55 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $530.69 per fill, versus $735.76 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 54 prescriptions for Cefadroxil, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.87 per fill, versus $11.28 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
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 54 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $7.61 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 fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 51 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $30.05 per fill, versus $35.57 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 51 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $6.92 per fill, versus $9.47 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 48 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 42% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $4.27 per fill, versus $5.83 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 47 prescriptions for Etodolac, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $28.79 per fill, versus $25.10 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 46 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 73% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $618.14 per fill, versus $847.15 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
Minocycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 46 prescriptions for Minocycline Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.92 per fill, versus $24.04 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 45 prescriptions for Diclofenac Potassium, about 70% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $43.27 per fill, versus $35.40 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
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 44 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $24.46 per fill, versus $34.46 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 44 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $7.40 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 44 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 18% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (247). Medicare paid $6.30 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 to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 44 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $4.88 per fill, versus $7.33 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $49.26 per fill, versus $43.35 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $17.11 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.09 per fill, versus $9.79 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
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $82.12 per fill, versus $94.30 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 42 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $13.06 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 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 40 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $272.98 per fill, versus $261.53 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 40 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $33.67 per fill, versus $28.16 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 40 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $8.92 per fill, versus $17.57 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 39 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $6.03 per fill, versus $7.63 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 38 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $7.67 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 38 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $9.06 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 37 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 68% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.89 per fill, versus $8.38 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 a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 37 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $32.16 per fill, versus $30.10 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
Levalbuterol is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 35 prescriptions for Levalbuterol Tartrate Hfa, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $56.77 per fill, versus $60.02 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 35 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.65 per fill, versus $29.53 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 34 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $18.53 per fill, versus $32.47 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 33 prescriptions for Lantus, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $81.68 per fill, versus $105.17 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 32 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $146.70 per fill, versus $157.79 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
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 32 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $15.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 31 prescriptions for Easy Touch, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $24.68 per fill, versus $22.99 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat pain and swelling that occurs with arthritis and other joint disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 31 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone Acetate, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $17.51 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 29 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium Er, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $56.00 per fill, versus $49.17 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 28 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $9.96 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 drug is used by mouth or rectally to treat or prevent complications of liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 28 prescriptions for Enulose, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $34.89 per fill, versus $15.41 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 27 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 23% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $18.90 per fill, versus $22.15 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
Fosinopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 27 prescriptions for Fosinopril Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $16.83 per fill, versus $23.96 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 27 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $8.95 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 27 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $20.92 per fill, versus $19.22 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 27 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.14 per fill, versus $18.04 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 87% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $20.30 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 77% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.31 per fill, versus $4.37 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 24 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Olmesartan, about 71% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $49.03 per fill, versus $61.54 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 certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 24 prescriptions for Estazolam, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $68.35 per fill, versus $57.66 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 temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 23 prescriptions for Ketorolac Tromethamine, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $7.13 per fill, versus $24.33 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 23 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $5.97 per fill, versus $6.28 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 22 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 38% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $22.41 per fill, versus $23.73 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 86% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $29.84 per fill, versus $42.70 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $20.96 per fill, versus $20.83 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $16.11 per fill, versus $23.90 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $14.17 per fill, versus $12.35 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 24% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $7.85 per fill, versus $5.59 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Levoxyl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $24.78 per fill, versus $37.84 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
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $18.02 per fill, versus $15.27 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $74.61 per fill, versus $90.70 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $97.55 per fill, versus $108.79 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.59 per fill, versus $7.88 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
This medication is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Nystatin-Triamcinolone, about 68% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $37.50 per fill, versus $34.71 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 with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound infections in patients with serious burns.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Silver Sulfadiazine, about 60% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $34.01 per fill, versus $29.62 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 pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Timolol Maleate, about 25% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $32.53 per fill, versus $14.13 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $575.23 per fill, versus $774.22 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 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 18 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $189.80 per fill, versus $173.94 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 25% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $8.63 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 67% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $19.70 per fill, versus $30.60 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 16% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $11.45 per fill, versus $12.00 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 19% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $10.61 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 16 prescriptions for Glipizide Xl, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $18.36 per fill, versus $22.84 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 chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $13.49 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 16 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.26 per fill, versus $10.29 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 treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.40 per fill, versus $20.07 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 combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Janumet, about 38% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $538.63 per fill, versus $779.20 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.20 per fill, versus $27.17 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 13% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Trueplus Insulin Syringe, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.28 per fill, versus $17.21 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Brilinta, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $458.12 per fill, versus $565.98 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 high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol, about 18% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $133.59 per fill, versus $152.78 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
Glycopyrrolate is used with other drugs to treat a certain type of stomach/intestinal ulcer (peptic ulcer).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Glycopyrrolate, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $27.91 per fill, versus $24.03 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 30% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $38.69 per fill, versus $33.56 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $10.61 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.15 per fill, versus $6.89 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.15 per fill, versus $5.37 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4.69 per fill, versus $9.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $36.50 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.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Pen Needles, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $28.22 per fill, versus $36.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Trueplus Insulin Syringe, about 66% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $14.08 per fill, versus $16.40 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 30% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $41.68 per fill, versus $18.95 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
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (such as drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms), chemicals, and other medical conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Amantadine, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $31.79 per fill, versus $33.80 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.79 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.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about 38% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.45 per fill, versus $20.39 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $31.81 per fill, versus $59.88 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 21% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $6.21 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 open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 11% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $10.59 per fill, versus $49.58 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $63.40 per fill, versus $41.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $32.48 per fill, versus $25.79 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
This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $17.20 per fill, versus $17.15 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 ear drop is used to treat outer ear infections caused by bacteria (also known as swimmer's ear).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hc, about 42% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $76.69 per fill, versus $78.22 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 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $248.99 per fill, versus $241.57 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Negron Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $11.97 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. Negron Rivera’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Negron Rivera prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Negron Rivera's most prescribed medications were Famotidine (1,425), Atorvastatin Calcium (1,408) and Gabapentin (868).
How does Dr. Negron Rivera's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 182 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Negron Rivera prescribes 69 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 34 about as often and 79 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Negron Rivera 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 Puerto Rico 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.
