WAYNE J BROTZMAN JR. D.O.
Prescription History 1295832012
Family Medicine in Wind Gap, PA

Name: Medicare Part D prescriptions by Wayne Brotzman Jr. (NPI 1295832012), 2023
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826 S BROADWAY, WIND GAP, PA 18091(610) 863-3019(610) 863-6732 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Medicare Part D Prescription History

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for WAYNE J BROTZMAN JR. D.O., an active Family Medicine specialist practicing in Wind Gap, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 131 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 7,006 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Amlodipine Besylate, which accounts for 441 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.

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7,006

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14,185

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Amlodipine Besylate

Most Prescribed · 441 claims

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131 medications · 2023 Medicare Part D

Medicare Part D medications prescribed by WAYNE J BROTZMAN JR. D.O. in 2023, with prescription volumes, average cost per fill, and PA state comparisons
Medication	Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023)	Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill	Vs. Other PA PrescribersVs. PA Avg
Amlodipine Besylate	441	$6.72▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 441 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (149). Medicare paid an average of $6.72 per fill, versus $7.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 441 PA average 149.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.72 PA average $7.48 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 1,085.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 32,549 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Atorvastatin Calcium	302	$12.34▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 302 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (204). Medicare paid an average of $12.34 per fill, versus $14.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 302 PA average 204.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.34 PA average $14.17 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 702 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 21,060 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pantoprazole Sodium	241	$13.74▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 241 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (96). Medicare paid an average of $13.74 per fill, versus $16.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 241 PA average 96.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.74 PA average $16.43 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 561.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 16,850 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Levothyroxine Sodium	221	$15.64▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 221 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (171). Medicare paid an average of $15.64 per fill, versus $16.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 221 PA average 171.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.64 PA average $16.47 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 580.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 17,416 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metoprolol Tartrate	209	$8.87	▲ More than typical
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 209 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (86). Medicare paid an average of $8.87 per fill, versus $8.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 209 PA average 86.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $8.87 PA average $8.36 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 484 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,520 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Gabapentin	192	$10.85▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 192 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (97). Medicare paid an average of $10.85 per fill, versus $21.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 192 PA average 97.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.85 PA average $21.72 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 242.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,270 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Simvastatin	190	$9.43▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Simvastatin: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2023, this provider wrote 190 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (95). Medicare paid an average of $9.43 per fill, versus $10.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 190 PA average 95.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.43 PA average $10.55 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 531 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lisinopril	189	$8.31	▲ More than typical
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 189 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (135). Medicare paid an average of $8.31 per fill, versus $8.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 189 PA average 135.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $8.31 PA average $8.19 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 527.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,820 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metformin Hcl	171	$11.77	▲ More than typical
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 171 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (106). Medicare paid an average of $11.77 per fill, versus $9.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 171 PA average 106.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.77 PA average $9.38 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 446.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Meloxicam	158	$3.03▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 158 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $3.03 per fill, versus $5.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 158 PA average 49.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $3.03 PA average $5.76 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 214 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Alprazolam	148	$6.76▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 148 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (67). Medicare paid an average of $6.76 per fill, versus $10.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 148 PA average 67.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.76 PA average $10.93 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 174 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,574 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lorazepam	142	$7.06▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 142 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $7.06 per fill, versus $7.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 142 PA average 63.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $7.06 PA average $7.71 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 172.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,586 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Glimepiride	141	$15.74	▲ More than typical
About Glimepiride: Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. Alkaloids derived from TYRAMINE combined with 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde via a norbelladine pathway, including GALANTAMINE, lycorine and crinine. They are found in the AMARYLLIDACEAE plant family. In 2023, this provider wrote 141 Medicare prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $15.74 per fill, versus $15.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 141 PA average 44.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.74 PA average $15.24 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 316.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,490 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Sertraline Hcl	131	$6.24▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 131 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (79). Medicare paid an average of $6.24 per fill, versus $10.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 131 PA average 79.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.24 PA average $10.96 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 247 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Losartan Potassium	122	$13.08▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2023, this provider wrote 122 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (105). Medicare paid an average of $13.08 per fill, versus $13.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 122 PA average 105.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.08 PA average $13.26 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 346.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,400 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Famotidine	112	$14.36	▲ More than typical
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 112 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $14.36 per fill, versus $10.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 112 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.36 PA average $10.26 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 221.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,624 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
EliquisApixaban	105	$807.00	≈ Typical
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 105 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (92). Medicare paid an average of $807.00 per fill, versus $730.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 105 PA average 92.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $807.00 PA average $730.59 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 147.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,393 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metoprolol Succinate	105	$22.65	≈ Typical
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 105 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 89% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (118). Medicare paid an average of $22.65 per fill, versus $19.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 105 PA average 118.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $22.65 PA average $19.61 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 296.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Prednisone	104	$4.27▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 104 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $4.27 per fill, versus $5.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 104 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $4.27 PA average $5.96 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 130 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,816 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Azithromycin	101	$6.87▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Azithromycin: This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 101 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 2.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $6.87 per fill, versus $8.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 101 PA average 35.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.87 PA average $8.15 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 105 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 796 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Omeprazole	86	$21.31	≈ Typical
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 86 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 79% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (109). Medicare paid an average of $21.31 per fill, versus $14.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 86 PA average 109.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.31 PA average $14.36 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 248 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydrochlorothiazide	85	$4.02▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2023, this provider wrote 85 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (79). Medicare paid an average of $4.02 per fill, versus $5.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 85 PA average 79.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $4.02 PA average $5.29 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 248.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,455 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Duloxetine Hcl	80	$21.62▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 80 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $21.62 per fill, versus $43.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 80 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.62 PA average $43.43 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 130 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate	77	$45.73▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 77 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $45.73 per fill, versus $49.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 77 PA average 59.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $45.73 PA average $49.09 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 97 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,699 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Valsartan	69	$34.88▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Valsartan: Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $34.88 per fill, versus $39.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 69 PA average 37.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.88 PA average $39.04 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 175.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,270 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Escitalopram Oxalate	67	$17.56▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 67 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $17.56 per fill, versus $17.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 67 PA average 64.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.56 PA average $17.79 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 155 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Furosemide	66	$4.16▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 69% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (96). Medicare paid an average of $4.16 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 66 PA average 96.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $4.16 PA average $5.88 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 112 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pravastatin Sodium	66	$22.84	≈ Typical
About Pravastatin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $22.84 per fill, versus $17.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 66 PA average 56.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $22.84 PA average $17.27 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 171 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,130 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Montelukast Sodium	66	$17.37	≈ Typical
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $17.37 per fill, versus $17.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 66 PA average 56.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.37 PA average $17.17 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 160 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,800 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Trazodone Hcl	64	$28.98	≈ Typical
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 64 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $28.98 per fill, versus $11.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 64 PA average 64.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.98 PA average $11.62 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 110 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,300 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Zolpidem Tartrate	64	$9.53	▲ More than typical
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 64 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $9.53 per fill, versus $7.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 64 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.53 PA average $7.20 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 116 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate	63	$12.97▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Clopidogrel: 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). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2023, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $12.97 per fill, versus $15.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 63 PA average 62.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.97 PA average $15.22 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 144.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide	63	$8.84▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2023, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $8.84 per fill, versus $10.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 63 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $8.84 PA average $10.66 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 187 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,604 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Rosuvastatin Calcium	63	$13.37▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2023, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 66% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (96). Medicare paid an average of $13.37 per fill, versus $30.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 63 PA average 96.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.37 PA average $30.45 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 187.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Mometasone Furoate	62	$26.34▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Mometasone Furoate: Mometasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A pregnadienediol derivative ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT and ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENT that is used in the management of ASTHMA and ALLERGIC RHINITIS. It is also used as a topical treatment for skin disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $26.34 per fill, versus $62.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 62 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $26.34 PA average $62.27 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Tramadol Hcl	59	$10.02	≈ Typical
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2023, this provider wrote 59 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $10.02 per fill, versus $7.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 59 PA average 52.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.02 PA average $7.38 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 59 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 980 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen	58	$14.40▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $14.40 per fill, versus $22.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 58 PA average 52.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.40 PA average $22.67 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 58 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,262 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride	57	$19.60	▲ More than typical
About Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride: Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Levocetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). If your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use levocetirizine in place of your epinephrine. In 2023, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $19.60 per fill, versus $17.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 57 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $19.60 PA average $17.69 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 87.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,615 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Tamsulosin Hcl	54	$16.68▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 54 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (92). Medicare paid an average of $16.68 per fill, versus $19.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 54 PA average 92.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.68 PA average $19.27 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 163 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Torsemide	53	$11.88▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Torsemide: Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Torsemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A pyridine and sulfonamide derivative that acts as a sodium-potassium chloride symporter inhibitor (loop diuretic). It is used for the treatment of EDEMA associated with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE; CHRONIC RENAL INSUFFICIENCY; and LIVER DISEASES. It is also used for the management of HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 53 Medicare prescriptions for Torsemide, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $11.88 per fill, versus $23.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 53 PA average 39.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.88 PA average $23.24 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 111.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,324 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydroxyzine Hcl	51	$11.84▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $11.84 per fill, versus $19.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 51 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.84 PA average $19.71 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,105 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Allopurinol	51	$15.02	≈ Typical
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $15.02 per fill, versus $14.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 51 PA average 50.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.02 PA average $14.17 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 149 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,470 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide	51	$8.89	≈ Typical
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $8.89 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 51 PA average 48.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $8.89 PA average $8.10 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 127 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ciprofloxacin Hcl	51	$9.64	▲ More than typical
About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $9.64 per fill, versus $6.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 51 PA average 27.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.64 PA average $6.64 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 445 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl	51	$24.33▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $24.33 per fill, versus $44.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 51 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $24.33 PA average $44.39 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 91 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,730 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Atenolol	51	$10.71	≈ Typical
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $10.71 per fill, versus $9.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 51 PA average 48.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.71 PA average $9.51 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 106 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,180 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen	50	$23.57	≈ Typical
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 50 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 82% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (61). Medicare paid an average of $23.57 per fill, versus $21.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 50 PA average 61.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $23.57 PA average $21.32 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,144 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Doxycycline Monohydrate	49	$14.31▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Doxycycline Monohydrate: This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. Show more ▾ It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor. A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $14.31 per fill, versus $21.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 49 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.31 PA average $21.45 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 49 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 483 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clotrimazole-BetamethasoneClotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip	48	$33.19	▲ More than typical
About Clotrimazole-Betamethasone: This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. Show more ▾ This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash. In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $33.19 per fill, versus $30.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 48 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $33.19 PA average $30.40 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,151 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Valsartan-HydrochlorothiazideValsartan/Hydrochlorothiazide	47	$62.59	▲ More than typical
About Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $62.59 per fill, versus $62.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 47 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $62.59 PA average $62.21 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 126.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,790 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Telmisartan	44	$19.95▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Telmisartan: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Telmisartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. A biphenyl compound and benzimidazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $19.95 per fill, versus $48.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 44 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $19.95 PA average $48.14 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 70 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,100 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Potassium Chloride	42	$24.24▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 60% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (70). Medicare paid an average of $24.24 per fill, versus $30.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 42 PA average 70.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $24.24 PA average $30.86 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 68 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,040 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Sulfamethoxazole-TrimethoprimSulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim	42	$4.68▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim: This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Show more ▾ It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $4.68 per fill, versus $5.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 42 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $4.68 PA average $5.26 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 433 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Buspirone Hcl	41	$5.62▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 84% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $5.62 per fill, versus $17.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 41 PA average 49.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $5.62 PA average $17.07 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,590 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav	40	$10.06▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $10.06 per fill, versus $12.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 40 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.06 PA average $12.06 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 405 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Meclizine Hcl	39	$10.20▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾ It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $10.20 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 39 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.20 PA average $10.77 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 552 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Sucralfate	37	$40.97▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾ Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose. In 2023, this provider wrote 37 Medicare prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $40.97 per fill, versus $82.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 37 PA average 29.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $40.97 PA average $82.37 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,383 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Levetiracetam	37	$74.85	▼ Less than typical
About Levetiracetam: Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have. A pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 37 Medicare prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 74% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $74.85 per fill, versus $35.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 37 PA average 50.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $74.85 PA average $35.81 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 62.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Diazepam	33	$6.26▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Diazepam: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $6.26 per fill, versus $7.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 33 PA average 27.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.26 PA average $7.75 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nabumetone	33	$6.14▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Nabumetone: Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. A butanone non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX2) inhibitor that is used in the management of pain associated with OSTEOARTHRITIS and RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $6.14 per fill, versus $23.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 33 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.14 PA average $23.44 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 685 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amlodipine-ValsartanAmlodipine Besylate/Valsartan	32	$95.36	▲ More than typical
About Amlodipine-Valsartan: This product is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications: amlodipine and valsartan. They both work by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). A pharmaceutical preparation of amlodipine and valsartan that is used for the treatment of HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine-Valsartan, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $95.36 per fill, versus $80.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 32 PA average 22.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $95.36 PA average $80.02 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 72 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clonazepam	31	$10.74	▼ Less than typical
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $10.74 per fill, versus $8.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 31 PA average 56.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.74 PA average $8.58 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 865 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Carvedilol	31	$10.05▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $10.05 per fill, versus $11.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 31 PA average 63.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.05 PA average $11.51 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 90.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Isosorbide Mononitrate ErIsosorbide Mononitrate	30	$20.93	▼ Less than typical
About Isosorbide Mononitrate Er: Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 71% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $20.93 per fill, versus $18.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 30 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $20.93 PA average $18.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Paroxetine Hcl	29	$12.36▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $12.36 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 29 PA average 30.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.36 PA average $14.12 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide	29	$15.35▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $15.35 per fill, versus $21.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 29 PA average 31.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.35 PA average $21.97 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 83 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,490 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
NitrofurantoinNitrofurantoin Macrocrystal	28	$31.94▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Nitrofurantoin: Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $31.94 per fill, versus $38.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 28 PA average 24.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $31.94 PA average $38.39 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 28.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 633 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Cephalexin	28	$9.16	≈ Typical
About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $9.16 per fill, versus $8.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 28 PA average 27.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.16 PA average $8.71 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 331 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Donepezil Hcl	27	$7.15▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $7.15 per fill, versus $16.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 27 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $7.15 PA average $16.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluoxetine Hcl	26	$14.29▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 62% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $14.29 per fill, versus $14.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 26 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.29 PA average $14.42 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 78 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,340 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Warfarin Sodium	26	$25.35	▼ Less than typical
About Warfarin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood. An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $25.35 per fill, versus $12.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 26 PA average 53.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $25.35 PA average $12.59 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 71.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl	26	$28.58	▼ Less than typical
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 62% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $28.58 per fill, versus $26.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 26 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.58 PA average $26.38 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 78 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,340 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
SymbicortBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate	25	$614.75	≈ Typical
About Symbicort: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. A pharmaceutical preparation of budesonide and formoterol fumarate that is used as an ANTI-ASTHMATIC AGENT and for the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Symbicort, about 83% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $614.75 per fill, versus $498.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 25 PA average 30.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $614.75 PA average $498.01 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Esomeprazole Magnesium	25	$33.79▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. The S-isomer of omeprazole. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $33.79 per fill, versus $94.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 25 PA average 26.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $33.79 PA average $94.30 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 75 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,250 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amlodipine Besylate-BenazeprilAmlodipine Besylate/Benazepril	25	$22.96▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril: This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril). Show more ▾ It is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $22.96 per fill, versus $28.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 25 PA average 27.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $22.96 PA average $28.11 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 75 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,250 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Triamterene-HydrochlorothiazidTriamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid	24	$13.85	≈ Typical
About Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is a combination of two water pills (diuretics): triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. This combination is used by people who have developed or are at risk for having low potassium levels on hydrochlorothiazide. It causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 86% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $13.85 per fill, versus $13.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 24 PA average 28.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.85 PA average $13.29 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 64 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,920 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lansoprazole	24	$28.25▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Lansoprazole: Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Lansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter lansoprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. Lansoprazole is not recommended for use in children younger than 1 year due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A 2,2,2-trifluoroethoxypyridyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. Lansoprazole is a racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-isomers. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $28.25 per fill, versus $84.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 24 PA average 21.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.25 PA average $84.36 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
SynthroidLevothyroxine Sodium	24	$48.49▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Synthroid: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Synthroid, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $48.49 per fill, versus $70.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 24 PA average 44.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $48.49 PA average $70.80 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 72 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ezetimibe	22	$34.60▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $34.60 per fill, versus $68.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 44.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.60 PA average $68.13 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 66 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,980 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Cyclobenzaprine Hcl	22	$8.72▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 67% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $8.72 per fill, versus $15.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $8.72 PA average $15.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 385 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Glipizide-MetforminGlipizide/Metformin Hcl	22	$34.41▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Glipizide-Metformin: This diabetes medication is a combination of 2 drugs (glipizide and metformin). Show more ▾ It is used along with a diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. Glipizide is a sulfonylurea and works by stimulating the release of your body's natural insulin and by decreasing the amount of sugar that your liver makes. Metformin is a biguanide and works by decreasing the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. Both of these medications work by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide-Metformin, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $34.41 per fill, versus $60.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 21.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.41 PA average $60.63 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 66 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,980 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
JardianceEmpagliflozin	22	$1,107.61	▼ Less than typical
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $1,107.61 per fill, versus $939.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,107.61 PA average $939.26 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Irbesartan	21	$32.52	▼ Less than typical
About Irbesartan: Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Irbesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A spiro compound, biphenyl and tetrazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION, and in the treatment of kidney disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 62% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $32.52 per fill, versus $31.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 21 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $32.52 PA average $31.27 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pramipexole DihydrochloridePramipexole Di-Hcl	21	$6.57▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Pramipexole Dihydrochloride: Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 81% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $6.57 per fill, versus $19.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 21 PA average 26.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.57 PA average $19.44 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 35.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,065 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Quetiapine Fumarate	20	$6.96▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (66). Medicare paid an average of $6.96 per fill, versus $28.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 20 PA average 66.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.96 PA average $28.22 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
RizatriptanRizatriptan Benzoate	19	$21.36▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Rizatriptan: Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines. Show more ▾ It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Rizatriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Rizatriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 86% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $21.36 per fill, versus $30.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 22.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.36 PA average $30.80 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 471 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Terazosin Hcl	17	$35.17	▼ Less than typical
About Terazosin Hcl: Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Terazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Terazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 71% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $35.17 per fill, versus $20.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $35.17 PA average $20.91 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Glipizide ErGlipizide	17	$23.06	▼ Less than typical
About Glipizide Er: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $23.06 per fill, versus $21.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 35.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $23.06 PA average $21.26 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)Diltiazem Hcl	17	$24.29▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd): Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $24.29 per fill, versus $42.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $24.29 PA average $42.14 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pioglitazone Hcl	17	$12.10▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Pioglitazone Hcl: 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. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Pioglitazone is used either alone or in combination with other diabetes medications (such as metformin or a sulfonylurea such as glyburide). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of pioglitazone. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $12.10 per fill, versus $21.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.10 PA average $21.21 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amitriptyline Hcl	17	$20.58▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 65% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $20.58 per fill, versus $22.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $20.58 PA average $22.94 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,050 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Klor-Con M20Potassium Chloride	17	$35.43	≈ Typical
About Klor-Con M20: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $35.43 per fill, versus $35.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 18.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $35.43 PA average $35.21 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metformin Hcl ErMetformin Hcl	16	$13.98	▼ Less than typical
About Metformin Hcl Er: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $13.98 per fill, versus $13.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 52.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.98 PA average $13.63 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Glipizide	16	$9.60▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Glipizide: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $9.60 per fill, versus $10.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 35.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.60 PA average $10.02 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Indomethacin	16	$17.28	≈ Typical
About Indomethacin: Indomethacin is used to relieve pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, gout, bursitis, and tendonitis. Show more ▾ Reducing these symptoms helps you do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) that inhibits CYCLOOXYGENASE, which is necessary for the formation of PROSTAGLANDINS and other AUTACOIDS. It also inhibits the motility of POLYMORPHONUCLEAR LEUKOCYTES. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Indomethacin, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $17.28 per fill, versus $15.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 15.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.28 PA average $15.11 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 470 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Topiramate	16	$7.26▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $7.26 per fill, versus $17.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 37.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $7.26 PA average $17.80 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
JanuviaSitagliptin Phosphate	16	$1,669.41	▼ Less than typical
About Januvia: Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sitagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A pyrazine-derived DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITOR and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that increases the levels of the INCRETIN hormones GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). It is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Januvia, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,669.41 per fill, versus $897.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,669.41 PA average $897.35 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amoxicillin	16	$1.55▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $1.55 per fill, versus $3.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 40.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1.55 PA average $3.61 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 53 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clonidine Hcl	16	$7.11▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $7.11 per fill, versus $10.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 28.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $7.11 PA average $10.17 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 795 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clobetasol Propionate	15	$353.30	▼ Less than typical
About Clobetasol Propionate: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid. A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $353.30 per fill, versus $67.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $353.30 PA average $67.05 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 450 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nystatin	15	$31.04	▼ Less than typical
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 63% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $31.04 per fill, versus $24.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $31.04 PA average $24.52 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 385 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nitrofurantoin Mono-MacroNitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst	15	$32.33	▼ Less than typical
About Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro: This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 65% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $32.33 per fill, versus $23.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $32.33 PA average $23.67 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 144 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Paxlovid (Eua)Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir	14	$7.96▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Paxlovid (Eua): The combination of nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets is a product that the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19. Show more ▾ The product is also approved to be used in Canada to treat COVID-19. It is used by people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus, have had mild to moderate symptoms for no more than 5 days and are not hospitalized. To receive this product you must also be at high risk for COVID-19 complications due to older age, obesity, or ongoing medical conditions (such as lung or heart disease or diabetes, among others). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment with nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases (boosts) the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. More information about nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is available from the FDA Fact Sheet for Patients, Parents, and Caregivers for Emergency Use and from the Health Canada Patient Medication Information sheet. There is limited information about how safe and effective the combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is for treating COVID-19. Study results show that nirmatrelvir and ritonavir may help people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus stay out of the hospital. This product is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. The information in this document reflects emerging data, which is evolving and subject to reassessment. Users should be aware of these considerations in their review of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, and it is always the responsibility of treating practitioners to exercise independent judgement in making care decisions. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Paxlovid (Eua), about 61% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $7.96 per fill, versus $9.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $7.96 PA average $9.98 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 75 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Levemir FlexpenInsulin Detemir	14	$640.07	– No State Data
About Levemir Flexpen: Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin detemir is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin detemir may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs (such as metformin, exenatide). A recombinant long-acting insulin and hypoglycemic agent in which a MYRISTIC ACID is conjugated to a LYSINE at position B29. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen. Medicare paid an average of $640.07 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $640.07 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 564 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Levofloxacin	14	$12.05	▼ Less than typical
About Levofloxacin: This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. The L-isomer of Ofloxacin. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 61% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $12.05 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.05 PA average $9.03 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 144 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Breztri AerosphereBudesonide/Glycopyr/Formoterol	14	$676.76▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Breztri Aerosphere: 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). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. This inhaler contains 3 medications: budesonide, glycopyrrolate, and formoterol. Budesonide works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Glycopyrrolate and formoterol work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Glycopyrrolate belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This medication is not approved to treat asthma. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $676.76 per fill, versus $739.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $676.76 PA average $739.39 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Propranolol Hcl	14	$12.53▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Propranolol Hcl: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $12.53 per fill, versus $24.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.53 PA average $24.87 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 644 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluticasone Propionate	14	$20.39	▼ Less than typical
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $20.39 per fill, versus $15.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 54.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $20.39 PA average $15.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Acetaminophen-CodeineAcetaminophen With Codeine	13	$9.34▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Acetaminophen-Codeine: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $9.34 per fill, versus $13.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 28.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.34 PA average $13.61 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 112 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lantus SolostarInsulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog	13	$1,550.09	▼ Less than typical
About Lantus Solostar: Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn. A recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $1,550.09 per fill, versus $552.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 41.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,550.09 PA average $552.83 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 924 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Advair HfaFluticasone Propion/Salmeterol	13	$842.51	▼ Less than typical
About Advair Hfa: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as salmeterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $842.51 per fill, versus $554.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $842.51 PA average $554.60 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amiodarone Hcl	13	$27.24▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Amiodarone Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). Show more ▾ It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $27.24 per fill, versus $30.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 36.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $27.24 PA average $30.84 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluconazole	13	$4.73▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Fluconazole: Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals. Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 65% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $4.73 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 20.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $4.73 PA average $13.15 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 32 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Neomycin-Polymyxin-DexamethNeomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha	13	$15.95	▼ Less than typical
About Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth: This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections. Show more ▾ This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $15.95 per fill, versus $14.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.95 PA average $14.21 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 143 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Methocarbamol	12	$6.60▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Methocarbamol: Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles. A centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206) In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $6.60 per fill, versus $13.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 27.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.60 PA average $13.10 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 12.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 215 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Alcohol Prep PadsAlcohol Antiseptic Pads	12	$1.69▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $1.69 per fill, versus $31.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 31.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1.69 PA average $31.98 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 13.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 396 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lo Loestrin FeNorethindrone-E.Estradiol-Iron	12	$190.53	≈ Typical
About Lo Loestrin Fe: This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. Show more ▾ It contains 2 hormones: norethindrone (a progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). There is a small amount of iron (ferrous fumarate) in each of the 4 inactive pills taken during the fourth week. The inactive pills do not contain any hormones. These pills are meant to keep you in the habit of taking 1 pill each day and do not have enough iron to treat iron deficiency. Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills may make your periods more regular, decrease blood loss and painful periods, decrease your risk of ovarian cysts, and also treat acne. Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia). In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Lo Loestrin Fe, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (12). Medicare paid an average of $190.53 per fill, versus $185.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 12.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $190.53 PA average $185.54 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 336 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
JanumetSitagliptin Phos/Metformin Hcl	12	$1,021.24	▼ Less than typical
About Janumet: This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. This product contains 2 medications. Sitagliptin works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Janumet, about 60% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $1,021.24 per fill, versus $873.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 20.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,021.24 PA average $873.45 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Celecoxib	11	$5.70▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Celecoxib: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Show more ▾ It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling. A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Celecoxib, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $5.70 per fill, versus $51.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 35.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $5.70 PA average $51.44 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Alendronate Sodium	11	$13.89	▼ Less than typical
About Alendronate Sodium: Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Show more ▾ Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. A nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $13.89 per fill, versus $11.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 44.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.89 PA average $11.30 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 924 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Anoro ElliptaUmeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr	11	$498.79▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Anoro Ellipta: 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). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 2 medications: umeclidinium and vilanterol. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Vilanterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. Umeclidinium/vilanterol is not approved to treat asthma. People with asthma using long-acting inhaled beta agonists (such as vilanterol) without also using an inhaled corticosteroid may have an increased risk of serious (sometimes fatal) breathing problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $498.79 per fill, versus $560.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $498.79 PA average $560.38 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
ValacyclovirValacyclovir Hcl	11	$15.64▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Valacyclovir: Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $15.64 per fill, versus $43.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 21.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.64 PA average $43.73 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 72 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Digoxin	11	$15.54▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Digoxin: Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications. Show more ▾ It is also used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat (such as chronic atrial fibrillation). Treating heart failure may help maintain your ability to walk and exercise and may improve the strength of your heart. Treating an irregular heartbeat can also improve your ability to exercise. Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. This reduces strain on the heart and helps it maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat. A cardiotonic glycoside obtained mainly from Digitalis lanata; it consists of three sugars and the aglycone DIGOXIGENIN. Digoxin has positive inotropic and negative chronotropic activity. It is used to control ventricular rate in ATRIAL FIBRILLATION and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. The margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p666) In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Digoxin, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $15.54 per fill, versus $29.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.54 PA average $29.91 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Diclofenac Sodium	11	$21.26▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $21.26 per fill, versus $32.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 43.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.26 PA average $32.57 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 615 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Memantine Hcl	11	$64.20	▼ Less than typical
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $64.20 per fill, versus $49.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $64.20 PA average $49.13 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
TradjentaLinagliptin	11	$1,074.99	▼ Less than typical
About Tradjenta: Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used by people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Linagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. A purine and quinazoline derivative that functions as an INCRETIN and DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBTOR. It is used as a HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT in the treatment of TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Tradjenta, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,074.99 per fill, versus $688.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,074.99 PA average $688.41 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Perphenazine	11	$21.57▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Perphenazine: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, manic phase of bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder). Show more ▾ This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can reduce aggressive behavior and the desire to hurt yourself/others. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (such as hearing/seeing things that are not there). Perphenazine is a psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (such as dopamine) in the brain. An antipsychotic phenothiazine derivative with actions and uses similar to those of CHLORPROMAZINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Perphenazine, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $21.57 per fill, versus $64.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.57 PA average $64.87 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Irbesartan-HydrochlorothiazideIrbesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide	11	$49.37	▼ Less than typical
About Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Irbesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $49.37 per fill, versus $32.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 22.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $49.37 PA average $32.72 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nadolol	11	$64.80▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Nadolol: Nadolol is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. In the management of chest pain, nadolol may also help to reduce the frequency of chest pain episodes and improve your ability to exercise. Nadolol belongs to a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances such as adrenaline (epinephrine) on the heart and blood vessels. This results in a lowering of heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist with a long half-life, used in cardiovascular disease to treat arrhythmias, angina pectoris, and hypertension. Nadolol is also used for MIGRAINE DISORDERS and for tremor. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Nadolol, about 61% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $64.80 per fill, versus $70.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 18.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $64.80 PA average $70.63 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lovastatin	11	$11.86▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Lovastatin: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $11.86 per fill, versus $12.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.86 PA average $12.96 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 914 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
PrevaliteCholestyramine/Aspartame	11	$33.89▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Prevalite: Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Prevalite, about 85% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (13). Medicare paid an average of $33.89 per fill, versus $107.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 13.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $33.89 PA average $107.07 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 315 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023

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About this data. The prescription history for WAYNE J BROTZMAN JR. D.O. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Family Medicine prescribing approach at this Wind Gap, PA practice.

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