DR. ZEBA BARLAS M.D.
Prescription History 1285642546
Family Medicine in Houston, TX
What does Dr. Barlas prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Barlas wrote 16,381 Medicare prescriptions for 188 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 1,320 prescriptions for 432 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. Barlas prescribes.
Medications 188 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 Texas prescribers.
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 1,320 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 7.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $9.48 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 895 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 6.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $5.28 per fill, versus $6.07 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 478 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $9.77 per fill, versus $15.87 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 446 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $7.22 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 446 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 5.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $11.71 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 to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 429 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 6.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $2.37 per fill, versus $4.50 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 406 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 7.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $25.62 per fill, versus $28.56 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 394 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $12.17 per fill, versus $14.00 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 367 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $3.62 per fill, versus $5.09 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 338 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $7.78 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 303 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $7.09 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 293 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $9.22 per fill, versus $9.74 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 293 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $10.67 per fill, versus $14.93 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 283 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.46 per fill, versus $9.50 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 246 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $8.44 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 229 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $17.50 per fill, versus $13.19 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 225 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 5.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.29 per fill, versus $4.63 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 218 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1.06 per fill, versus $3.54 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 215 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 5.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.81 per fill, versus $7.96 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 to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 209 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 5.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.78 per fill, versus $14.03 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 203 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $11.46 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.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 197 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $15.29 per fill, versus $19.94 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 192 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 6.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $9.53 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 190 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $7.47 per fill, versus $8.22 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 170 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.17 per fill, versus $8.39 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 167 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.97 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 158 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.97 per fill, versus $11.09 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 157 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.01 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 146 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 5.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $40.32 per fill, versus $31.58 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 136 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.90 per fill, versus $12.60 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 133 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,234.45 per fill, versus $1,092.03 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 131 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $6.07 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 129 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.87 per fill, versus $28.47 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 126 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $17.33 per fill, versus $15.72 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 118 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $618.14 per fill, versus $870.72 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 115 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.69 per fill, versus $7.60 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 112 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $33.65 per fill, versus $25.74 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 111 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $14.05 per fill, versus $15.72 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 110 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $7.81 per fill, versus $9.11 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 109 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.50 per fill, versus $37.83 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 108 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $27.03 per fill, versus $26.25 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 105 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $16.19 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 104 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $9.68 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 103 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.28 per fill, versus $6.73 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 treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 99 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.68 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 97 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,196.84 per fill, versus $1,293.82 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 94 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.50 per fill, versus $4.11 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 92 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $180.99 per fill, versus $135.60 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 91 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,139.21 per fill, versus $824.24 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 90 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $27.06 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 90 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $10.85 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 82 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $3.78 per fill, versus $8.61 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 79 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.78 per fill, versus $10.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 78 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $59.67 per fill, versus $97.88 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 76 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.90 per fill, versus $10.82 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 75 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.06 per fill, versus $5.46 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
Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 71 prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.48 per fill, versus $8.56 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 70 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,117.28 per fill, versus $985.01 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 69 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $5.71 per fill, versus $9.03 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 69 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $644.83 per fill, versus $860.45 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 68 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $12.26 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 68 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.42 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 67 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.18 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 65 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.17 per fill, versus $11.98 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 63 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $17.41 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 63 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $15.04 per fill, versus $19.18 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 62 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.15 per fill, versus $14.67 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 62 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.20 per fill, versus $9.12 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 61 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $16.17 per fill, versus $27.16 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 60 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $22.83 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 56 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $10.02 per fill, versus $12.48 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 53 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $23.05 per fill, versus $19.43 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 53 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $64.74 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 52 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $15.43 per fill, versus $10.81 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
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Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 51 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $15.00 per fill, versus $16.04 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 51 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.51 per fill, versus $7.49 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 51 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.39 per fill, versus $10.45 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 51 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $10.82 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 51 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $21.52 per fill, versus $18.12 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 49 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $11.85 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 49 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.79 per fill, versus $5.32 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 46 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 84% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $14.44 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 46 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.14 per fill, versus $26.07 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 45 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $4.29 per fill, versus $10.84 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 treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 45 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $54.70 per fill, versus $52.23 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 45 prescriptions for Telmisartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $37.94 per fill, versus $56.72 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 43 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $17.89 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 41 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $24.63 per fill, versus $33.28 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 41 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $51.15 per fill, versus $22.08 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 40 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $26.32 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 39 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $10.58 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 39 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $43.86 per fill, versus $23.89 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 39 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2.40 per fill, versus $8.72 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 38 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $14.64 per fill, versus $23.99 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 38 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.80 per fill, versus $6.76 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 vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 38 prescriptions for Terconazole, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $21.51 per fill, versus $28.60 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 37 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $63.42 per fill, versus $35.56 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 36 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $16.99 per fill, versus $19.25 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 36 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $16.96 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 35 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $70.39 per fill, versus $14.71 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 35 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.50 per fill, versus $18.09 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 product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 35 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $482.81 per fill, versus $620.24 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 32 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $58.33 per fill, versus $14.87 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 conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 32 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.15 per fill, versus $7.37 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 31 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.42 per fill, versus $22.20 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 31 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $18.67 per fill, versus $12.62 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 30 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $2.48 per fill, versus $2.73 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 30 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.73 per fill, versus $12.56 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 30 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $33.81 per fill, versus $25.26 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 30 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 88% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,548.66 per fill, versus $1,393.87 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 29 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $54.44 per fill, versus $66.44 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 28 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $429.14 per fill, versus $581.16 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 28 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $551.09 per fill, versus $378.20 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 28 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $214.69 per fill, versus $255.26 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 used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 27 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.04 per fill, versus $14.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 27 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $53.70 per fill, versus $93.74 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 26 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $103.04 per fill, versus $208.60 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 26 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.90 per fill, versus $18.82 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 25 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $274.49 per fill, versus $227.38 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 25 prescriptions for Novolin 70-30, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $133.47 per fill, versus $134.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 25 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $51.08 per fill, versus $89.59 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
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 24 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $371.65 per fill, versus $522.49 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
Lovastatin 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 24 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.90 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 24 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $14.29 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 23 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.75 per fill, versus $14.46 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 23 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.02 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
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 23 prescriptions for Entresto, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $818.21 per fill, versus $1,062.82 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
Indomethacin is used to relieve pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, gout, bursitis, and tendonitis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 23 prescriptions for Indomethacin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $5.49 per fill, versus $13.04 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 23 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $13.64 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 degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 23 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $720.30 per fill, versus $1,059.64 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 22 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.03 per fill, versus $8.54 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 22 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $134.18 per fill, versus $133.52 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
This product is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 21 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Valsartan, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $84.42 per fill, versus $51.31 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 21 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.69 per fill, versus $10.79 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 diabetes medication is a combination of 2 drugs (glipizide and metformin).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 21 prescriptions for Glipizide-Metformin, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $82.65 per fill, versus $59.77 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 21 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $2.25 per fill, versus $17.53 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 ear drop is used to treat outer ear infections caused by bacteria (also known as swimmer's ear).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 21 prescriptions for Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hydrocort, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $39.33 per fill, versus $47.50 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 21 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $246.68 per fill, versus $317.85 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 20 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $27.91 per fill, versus $9.42 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 20 prescriptions for Humulin 70-30, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $132.09 per fill, versus $135.12 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 20 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $11.08 per fill, versus $16.68 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 20 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 69% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $46.88 per fill, versus $32.73 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 75% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $20.48 per fill, versus $18.22 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 19 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $36.28 per fill, versus $25.41 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 18 prescriptions for Breyna, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $44.55 per fill, versus $212.63 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 18 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $21.60 per fill, versus $5.34 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 17 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $10.30 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 17 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.33 per fill, versus $33.57 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 17 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $6.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 17 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $53.85 per fill, versus $43.74 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 17 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $220.99 per fill, versus $233.34 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 17 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,548.25 per fill, versus $943.32 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
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $59.16 per fill, versus $54.12 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Etodolac, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $22.31 per fill, versus $32.74 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 88% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $165.34 per fill, versus $121.69 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,064.06 per fill, versus $682.81 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.97 per fill, versus $17.68 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about 68% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $24.36 per fill, versus $31.45 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 16 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,043.06 per fill, versus $662.62 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 15 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.58 per fill, versus $7.17 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 15 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.99 per fill, versus $13.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 15 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $46.85 per fill, versus $44.68 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
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 15 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $13.10 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 14 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2,713.46 per fill, versus $1,541.63 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 product is used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 14 prescriptions for Santyl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $269.46 per fill, versus $853.58 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 14 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $46.57 per fill, versus $68.20 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $21.88 per fill, versus $23.85 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
This medication is used to treat bacterial ear infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $94.45 per fill, versus $111.59 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 13% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $46.54 per fill, versus $36.05 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
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 13 prescriptions for Synjardy, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $397.21 per fill, versus $1,038.24 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 13 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $19.69 per fill, versus $16.85 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Bevespi Aerosphere, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $442.80 per fill, versus $496.95 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $36.37 per fill, versus $27.82 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol, about 29% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $193.78 per fill, versus $152.38 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 41% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $28.47 per fill, versus $21.91 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $191.31 per fill, versus $157.40 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Lantus, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $198.56 per fill, versus $122.62 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
Insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Novolog Mix 70-30 Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $239.58 per fill, versus $299.58 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
This product is used to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Symtuza, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4,405.25 per fill, versus $4,840.24 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
Travoprost 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Travoprost, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $167.90 per fill, versus $157.03 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 12 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 60% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $28.51 per fill, versus $28.42 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Brilinta, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,146.94 per fill, versus $688.85 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $16.54 per fill, versus $20.17 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.99 per fill, versus $7.18 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Levoxyl, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $37.04 per fill, versus $39.44 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
This medication is used to treat scabies, a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Permethrin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $41.93 per fill, versus $55.21 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 minor pain, itching, swelling, and discomfort caused by hemorrhoids and other problems of the anal area (such as anal fissures, itching).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Procto-Med Hc, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $14.11 per fill, versus $17.62 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 with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound infections in patients with serious burns.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Barlas wrote 11 prescriptions for Ssd, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $16.60 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. Barlas’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Barlas prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Barlas's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (1,320), Amlodipine Besylate (895) and Gabapentin (478).
How does Dr. Barlas's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 188 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Barlas prescribes 87 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 45 about as often and 56 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Barlas 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 Texas 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.
