MARTHA MARY BRINSKO NP
Prescription History 1285641928
Nurse Practitioner in Charlotte, NC
What does Martha Brinsko prescribe?
In 2024, Martha Brinsko wrote 2,260 Medicare prescriptions for 65 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 155 prescriptions for 48 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 Martha Brinsko prescribes.
Medications 65 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 North Carolina prescribers.
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 155 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $11.22 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 148 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 83% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $6.92 per fill, versus $9.41 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 146 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $5.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 111 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $9.96 per fill, versus $11.79 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 95 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 88% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $7.12 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 72 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $10.95 per fill, versus $13.28 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 69 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $7.04 per fill, versus $9.86 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 53 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 79% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $23.13 per fill, versus $28.29 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 53 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $16.59 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 50 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 88% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $12.56 per fill, versus $15.33 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 48 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $4.71 per fill, versus $4.73 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 45 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.80 per fill, versus $8.27 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 43 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.95 per fill, versus $21.02 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 42 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $17.43 per fill, versus $12.29 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 42 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $21.70 per fill, versus $12.24 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 41 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $2.83 per fill, versus $4.14 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 41 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.81 per fill, versus $10.90 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 40 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 64% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $9.52 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 39 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 62% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.05 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 36 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $2.77 per fill, versus $7.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 35 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,038.77 per fill, versus $973.00 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 35 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.49 per fill, versus $6.24 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 31 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.08 per fill, versus $8.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 30 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.14 per fill, versus $6.30 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 30 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,181.33 per fill, versus $1,227.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 30 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $1,081.55 per fill, versus $1,259.98 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 30 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.81 per fill, versus $12.36 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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 29 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 84% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $6.75 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 29 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $7.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 29 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.04 per fill, versus $32.24 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 28 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.47 per fill, versus $8.90 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 28 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $17.71 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 27 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 75% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.66 per fill, versus $28.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 27 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $29.44 per fill, versus $21.45 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 23 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 21% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $3.95 per fill, versus $6.57 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 22 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 31% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $2.96 per fill, versus $4.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 21 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $97.84 per fill, versus $118.49 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 20 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.89 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
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 19 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $17.86 per fill, versus $32.79 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 depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $21.61 per fill, versus $22.49 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 18 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $10.72 per fill, versus $17.30 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 18 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 75% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $14.12 per fill, versus $35.53 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 16 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.60 per fill, versus $8.97 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 16 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 37% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $556.33 per fill, versus $898.41 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.65 per fill, versus $9.40 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 15 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $17.42 per fill, versus $13.02 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 15 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.97 per fill, versus $9.97 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 14 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $10.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 14 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $3.85 per fill, versus $9.21 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 depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.07 per fill, versus $6.60 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 23% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.27 per fill, versus $10.33 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $10.01 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.97 per fill, versus $12.51 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $12.84 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 37% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $26.99 per fill, versus $11.22 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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 13 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $219.48 per fill, versus $299.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 12 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $25.41 per fill, versus $53.67 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 12 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 13% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $1,184.40 per fill, versus $835.47 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $17.10 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 12 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 21% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $3.15 per fill, versus $4.21 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 12 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 20% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $659.91 per fill, versus $813.28 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 11 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.31 per fill, versus $14.57 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 11 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.33 per fill, versus $10.16 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Martha Brinsko wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 38% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $8.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Martha Brinsko’s prescriptions
What does Martha Brinsko prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Martha Brinsko's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (155), Atorvastatin Calcium (148) and Amlodipine Besylate (146).
How does Martha Brinsko's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 65 medications with a state comparison, Martha Brinsko prescribes 1 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 15 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Martha Brinsko 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 North Carolina 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.
