CAROL CHANDLER NP
Prescription History 1295840270
Nurse Practitioner in Clarkston, WA

NPI Status: Active since August 20, 2006

Contact Information

1119 HIGHLAND AVE STE 7
CLARKSTON, WA
ZIP 99403
Phone: (509) 758-1119
Fax: (509) 751-9406

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CAROL CHANDLER NP, an active Nurse Practitioner specialist practicing in Clarkston, WA. Our medical registry currently tracks 18 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 809 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ketoconazole, which accounts for 153 claims alone.


Betamethasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone DipropionateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 17.1
Days Supply 411
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply688
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,270.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$79.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Betamethasone Valerate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone ValerateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 433
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.5
Peer Average Days Supply505
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $551.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.64

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The 17-valerate derivative of BETAMETHASONE. It has substantial topical anti-inflammatory activity and relatively low systemic anti-inflammatory activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a medium-strength corticosteroid.

Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,425
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.3
Peer Average Days Supply606
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 131.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,455.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 102
30-Day Fills 108.4
Days Supply 2,703
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,025
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 183.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,864.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.63

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). 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.

Desonide

Generic Formulation: DesonideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 172
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.7
Peer Average Days Supply394
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $363.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.07

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A nonfluorinated corticosteroid anti-inflammatory agent used topically for DERMATOSES.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Desonide reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. Desonide is a mild corticosteroid.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,273
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply488
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $507.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline 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.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.3
Days Supply 560
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,087
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,431.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$110.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$99.14

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 72.4
Days Supply 1,480
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.0
Peer Average Days Supply853
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 176.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $388.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.38

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Hydroxyzine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 689
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply739
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $285.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. 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.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 153
30-Day Fills 175.0
Days Supply 4,647
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,040
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 350.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,496.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.05

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Methotrexate

Generic Formulation: Methotrexate SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 42.8
Days Supply 1,280
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims87.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills167.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,903
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $833.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An antineoplastic antimetabolite with immunosuppressant properties. It is an inhibitor of TETRAHYDROFOLATE DEHYDROGENASE and prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolate, necessary for synthesis of thymidylate, an essential component of DNA.

Therapeutic Applications

Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma) or to control severe psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis that has not responded to other treatments. It may also be used to control juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Methotrexate belongs to a class of drugs known as antimetabolites. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells and suppressing the immune system. Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with more aggressive therapy such as methotrexate helps to reduce further joint damage and to preserve joint function.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 520
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims11.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills11.0
Peer Average Days Supply34
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 63.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $893.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.91

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Minocycline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Minocycline HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 123.0
Days Supply 3,277
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.9
Peer Average Days Supply726
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 228.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,527.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.28

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A TETRACYCLINE analog, having a 7-dimethylamino and lacking the 5 methyl and hydroxyl groups, which is effective against tetracycline-resistant STAPHYLOCOCCUS infections.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat acne or rosacea. Minocycline belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. However, it is not used to treat skin infections. It helps decrease pimples and red bumps that happen with acne or rosacea.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 210
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.9
Peer Average Days Supply427
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $114.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.22

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,110
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,497
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $514.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.47

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic).

Terbinafine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Terbinafine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 329
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.2
Peer Average Days Supply994
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $47.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.13

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail). It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 124
30-Day Fills 134.8
Days Supply 3,014
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply819
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 313.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,005.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.41

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 422
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.3
Peer Average Days Supply651
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 55.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $397.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.60

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. 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.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like CAROL CHANDLER NP provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Clarkston, WA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Nurse Practitioner** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.