DR. PATRICK M. HIGGINS MD
Prescription History 1285642470
Ophthalmology in Bloomfield, NJ

Active since August 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.79/100
CMS Quality Rating
1255 BROAD ST, STE 104, BLOOMFIELD, NJ 07003(973) 707-5632(973) 707-7349 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 9, 2023, Mar 10, 2022, Oct 30, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

Medicare Part D Prescription History

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. PATRICK M. HIGGINS MD, an active Ophthalmology specialist practicing in Bloomfield, NJ. Our medical registry currently tracks 19 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,181 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Prednisolone Acetate, which accounts for 271 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.

19
Medications
1,181
Total Claims
2,007
30-Day Fills
Prednisolone Acetate
Most Prescribed · 271 claims
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19 medications · 2024 Medicare Part D
Medicare Part D medications prescribed by DR. PATRICK M. HIGGINS MD in 2024, with prescription volumes, average cost per fill, and NJ state comparisons
Medication Prescriptions (2024)Rx (2024) Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill Vs. Other NJ PrescribersVs. NJ Avg

About Prednisolone Acetate: This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Show more ▾

Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. A glucocorticoid with the general properties of the corticosteroids. It is the drug of choice for all conditions in which routine systemic corticosteroid therapy is indicated, except adrenal deficiency states.

In 2024, this provider wrote 271 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisolone Acetate, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (120.6). Medicare paid an average of $49.71 per fill, versus $39.79 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
271
NJ average
120.6

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$49.71
NJ average
$39.79

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

426.7
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
11,920
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Latanoprost: Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾

It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

In 2024, this provider wrote 163 Medicare prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (126.6). Medicare paid an average of $7.97 per fill, versus $12.45 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
163
NJ average
126.6

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$7.97
NJ average
$12.45

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

309.7
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
9,026
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim: This medication is used to treat bacterial infections (such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis) of the eye. Show more ▾

It contains 2 antibiotics. Polymyxin B works by killing the bacteria. Trimethoprim works by stopping the growth of the bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

In 2024, this provider wrote 114 Medicare prescriptions for Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (33.3). Medicare paid an average of $6.72 per fill, versus $7.27 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
114
NJ average
33.3

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$6.72
NJ average
$7.27

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

164.7
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
4,889
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Dorzolamide-Timolol: This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾

Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

In 2024, this provider wrote 110 Medicare prescriptions for Dorzolamide-Timolol, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (82.9). Medicare paid an average of $13.84 per fill, versus $18.49 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
110
NJ average
82.9

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$13.84
NJ average
$18.49

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

272.9
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
8,186
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Ketorolac Tromethamine: This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. Show more ▾

It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling. A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

In 2024, this provider wrote 109 Medicare prescriptions for Ketorolac Tromethamine, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (84.7). Medicare paid an average of $33.09 per fill, versus $21.80 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
109
NJ average
84.7

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$33.09
NJ average
$21.80

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

165.3
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
4,609
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Prolensa: This medication is used to treat swelling (inflammation) and pain in the eye after a certain type of eye surgery (cataract surgery). Show more ▾

Bromfenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the effects of certain natural substances (prostaglandins) that cause pain and inflammation.

In 2024, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Prolensa, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (36.2). Medicare paid an average of $341.39 per fill, versus $362.08 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
49
NJ average
36.2

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$341.39
NJ average
$362.08

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

52.3
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,509
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Brimonidine Tartrate: This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Show more ▾

Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

In 2024, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 76% of the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (57.9). Medicare paid an average of $61.92 per fill, versus $63.07 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
44
NJ average
57.9

This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$61.92
NJ average
$63.07

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

89
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
2,654
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol: 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). Show more ▾

Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

In 2024, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (34.6). Medicare paid an average of $161.94 per fill, versus $178.06 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
41
NJ average
34.6

This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$161.94
NJ average
$178.06

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

79.5
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
2,375
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth: This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections. Show more ▾

This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

In 2024, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth, about 74% of the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (45.9). Medicare paid an average of $8.44 per fill, versus $11.05 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
34
NJ average
45.9

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$8.44
NJ average
$11.05

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

34.1
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
679
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Lumigan: Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾

Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure. A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

In 2024, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Lumigan, about half the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (62.7). Medicare paid an average of $369.14 per fill, versus $498.05 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
32
NJ average
62.7

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$369.14
NJ average
$498.05

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

58.5
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,750
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Timolol Maleate: 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). Show more ▾

Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers. A beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Timolol Maleate, about half the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (65.9). Medicare paid an average of $8.45 per fill, versus $25.68 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
31
NJ average
65.9

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$8.45
NJ average
$25.68

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

63.6
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,887
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Bromfenac Sodium: This medication is used to treat swelling (inflammation) and pain in the eye after a certain type of eye surgery (cataract surgery). Show more ▾

Bromfenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the effects of certain natural substances (prostaglandins) that cause pain and inflammation.

In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Bromfenac Sodium, about the same volume as the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (33.7). Medicare paid an average of $209.72 per fill, versus $184.65 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
31
NJ average
33.7

This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$209.72
NJ average
$184.65

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

32.7
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
965
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Loteprednol Etabonate: This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Show more ▾

It is also used after eye surgery. Loteprednol works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. An androstadiene derivative corticosteroid that is used as an ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT for the treatment of inflammatory and allergic eye conditions.

In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Loteprednol Etabonate, about the same volume as the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (28.9). Medicare paid an average of $190.26 per fill, versus $168.19 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
31
NJ average
28.9

This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$190.26
NJ average
$168.19

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

49.8
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,309
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Atropine Sulfate: This medication is used before eye examinations (such as refraction) and to treat certain eye conditions (such as uveitis). Show more ▾

It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Atropine works by widening (dilating) the pupil of the eye. An alkaloid, originally from Atropa belladonna, but found in other plants, mainly SOLANACEAE. Hyoscyamine is the 3(S)-endo isomer of atropine.

In 2024, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Atropine Sulfate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (21.4). Medicare paid an average of $42.92 per fill, versus $35.12 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
27
NJ average
21.4

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$42.92
NJ average
$35.12

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

69.7
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
2,089
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Combigan: 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). Show more ▾

Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details. A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

In 2024, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Combigan, about 68% of the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (35.1). Medicare paid an average of $300.66 per fill, versus $368.62 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
24
NJ average
35.1

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$300.66
NJ average
$368.62

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

37.4
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,102
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾

This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (54.2). Medicare paid an average of $10.19 per fill, versus $126.87 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
23
NJ average
54.2

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$10.19
NJ average
$126.87

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

31.3
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
860
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Cyclopentolate Hcl: This medication is used before eye examinations (such as refraction exams). Show more ▾

It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Cyclopentolate works by temporarily widening (dilating) the pupil of the eye and relaxing the muscles of the eye. A parasympatholytic anticholinergic used solely to obtain mydriasis or cycloplegia.

In 2024, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclopentolate Hcl, about 65% of the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (29.2). Medicare paid an average of $16.62 per fill, versus $10.07 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
19
NJ average
29.2

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$16.62
NJ average
$10.07

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

35.8
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,034
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Tobramycin-Dexamethasone: This medication is used to treat or prevent eye infections. Show more ▾

This medication contains two drugs. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Dexamethasone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Tobramycin-Dexamethasone, about a third of the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (39.3). Medicare paid an average of $33.36 per fill, versus $39.54 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
15
NJ average
39.3

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$33.36
NJ average
$39.54

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

17
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
391
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024

About Acetazolamide: Acetazolamide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness. Show more ▾

This medication can decrease headache, tiredness, nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath that can occur when you climb quickly to high altitudes (generally above 10,000 feet/3,048 meters). It is particularly useful in situations when you cannot make a slow ascent. The best ways to prevent altitude sickness are climbing slowly, stopping for 24 hours during the climb to allow the body to adjust to the new height, and taking it easy the first 1 to 2 days. This medication is also used with other medications to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain types of glaucoma. Acetazolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the production of fluid inside the eye. It is also used to decrease a buildup of body fluids (edema) caused by heart failure or certain medications. Acetazolamide can work less well over time, so it is usually used only for a short period. It has also been used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (petit mal and unlocalized seizures). One of the CARBONIC ANHYDRASE INHIBITORS that is sometimes effective against absence seizures. It is sometimes useful also as an adjunct in the treatment of tonic-clonic, myoclonic, and atonic seizures, particularly in women whose seizures occur or are exacerbated at specific times in the menstrual cycle. However, its usefulness is transient often because of rapid development of tolerance. Its antiepileptic effect may be due to its inhibitory effect on brain carbonic anhydrase, which leads to an increased transneuronal chloride gradient, increased chloride current, and increased inhibition. (From Smith and Reynard, Textbook of Pharmacology, 1991, p337)

In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Acetazolamide, about half the volume of the typical New Jersey prescriber of this medication (21.9). Medicare paid an average of $33.72 per fill, versus $46.25 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
13
NJ average
21.9

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NJ prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$33.72
NJ average
$46.25

This provider's average cost per fill is below the NJ average for this medication.

17
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
436
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2024
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About this data. The prescription history for DR. PATRICK M. HIGGINS MD is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2024, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Ophthalmology prescribing approach at this Bloomfield, NJ practice.

Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average among NJ prescribers of the same medication and form, shown only when at least five prescribers contribute. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.

About the medication summaries. Drug use descriptions come from the CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard (2024), and substance definitions from Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) 2026, U.S. National Library of Medicine. They are summaries that do not contain all possible information about a medication and are not individual medical advice. Ask a health care professional about any medication and your specific health needs.