DR. SHAILENDRA K SAXENA M.D.
Prescription History 1285643403
Family Medicine in Omaha, NE
What does Dr. Saxena prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Saxena wrote 3,632 Medicare prescriptions for 94 medications. The most prescribed was Losartan Potassium, with 238 prescriptions for 67 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. Saxena prescribes.
Medications 94 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 Nebraska prescribers.
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 238 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (114). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $8.88 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 135 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 71% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (191). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $9.17 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 131 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $3.73 per fill, versus $7.43 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 129 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $13.93 per fill, versus $16.34 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 125 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (137). Medicare paid $5.18 per fill, versus $6.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 122 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $5.14 per fill, versus $7.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 122 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $9.60 per fill, versus $12.99 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 110 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $14.67 per fill, versus $12.76 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 93 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (178). Medicare paid $7.78 per fill, versus $8.91 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 93 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $12.50 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 86 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $6.00 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 84 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $11.54 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 74 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $9.31 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 63 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 74% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $20.79 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 62 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.22 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 58 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,179.21 per fill, versus $1,106.25 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 56 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 61% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $5.88 per fill, versus $4.72 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 53 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $15.14 per fill, versus $8.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 50 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $1,101.95 per fill, versus $733.69 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 49 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 73% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $5.60 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 49 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.50 per fill, versus $9.08 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 48 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,269.93 per fill, versus $778.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 47 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 77% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $2.60 per fill, versus $4.81 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 46 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $2.37 per fill, versus $6.58 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 44 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.86 per fill, versus $11.31 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 40 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 36% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $6.56 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 39 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 81% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $7.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $3.89 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 36 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 73% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $12.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 34 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 60% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.23 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 34 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 76% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.97 per fill, versus $21.18 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.22 per fill, versus $13.47 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 33 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 65% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.87 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 33 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 84% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $8.02 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 31 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 69% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $31.21 per fill, versus $26.46 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 30 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,266.17 per fill, versus $734.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 30 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.65 per fill, versus $9.72 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 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 30 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 62% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,217.64 per fill, versus $756.12 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 29 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $23.85 per fill, versus $15.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 28 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $8.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 28 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 61% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1.83 per fill, versus $4.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 27 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 84% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,447.20 per fill, versus $1,111.40 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 26 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.95 per fill, versus $9.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 26 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.10 per fill, versus $7.97 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.74 per fill, versus $17.09 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 25 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $65.45 per fill, versus $220.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 25 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $4.07 per fill, versus $14.96 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 24 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,338.18 per fill, versus $848.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 24 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1.65 per fill, versus $7.68 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 24 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $11.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 23 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $33.46 per fill, versus $32.22 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 22 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 71% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.53 per fill, versus $6.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 22 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 86% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $458.40 per fill, versus $382.79 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 22 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 65% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $75.38 per fill, versus $118.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 22 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 40% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $7.35 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 21 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $24.40 per fill, versus $20.21 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 21 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 37% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $10.09 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 21 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 66% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $32.05 per fill, versus $66.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 21 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $1.83 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 20 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 87% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2.63 per fill, versus $5.82 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 19 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.57 per fill, versus $11.67 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 19 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 85% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $16.59 per fill, versus $43.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 19 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.77 per fill, versus $8.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 19 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 75% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $29.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 19 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 38% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $2.08 per fill, versus $7.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 18 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 65% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $474.25 per fill, versus $515.24 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 18 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 64% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $25.16 per fill, versus $15.20 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 glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 18 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about 79% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $305.27 per fill, versus $585.33 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 18 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 80% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $762.84 per fill, versus $583.37 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 18 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 36% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $824.72 per fill, versus $749.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 17 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $6.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 16 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $3.22 per fill, versus $6.50 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 16 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 26% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.66 per fill, versus $6.11 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 15 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 33% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.03 per fill, versus $12.59 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 15 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 35% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $25.73 per fill, versus $32.57 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 14 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $12.42 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $767.13 per fill, versus $663.22 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.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 14 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 39% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.36 per fill, versus $7.20 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 13 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 32% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.64 per fill, versus $2.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 13 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $400.41 per fill, versus $459.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 13 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $31.33 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
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 13 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $7.74 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 29% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.94 per fill, versus $24.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $0.05 per fill, versus $15.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 60% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $22.05 per fill, versus $23.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 26% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $11.58 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 38% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $24.13 per fill, versus $13.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 76% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $108.70 per fill, versus $200.42 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 36% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $15.63 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 38% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.03 per fill, versus $20.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 12 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $774.65 per fill, versus $556.21 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 11 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.74 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 11 prescriptions for Digoxin, about half as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $20.81 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
Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Nebraska prescribers
Dr. Saxena wrote 11 prescriptions for Penicillin V Potassium, about 34% as often as the typical Nebraska prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1.47 per fill, versus $8.36 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. Saxena’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Saxena prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Saxena's most prescribed medications were Losartan Potassium (238), Atorvastatin Calcium (135) and Simvastatin (131).
How does Dr. Saxena's prescribing compare with other Nebraska prescribers?
Of the 94 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Saxena prescribes 9 more often than the typical Nebraska prescriber, 29 about as often and 56 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Saxena 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 Nebraska 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.
