DR. JOSEPH ANTHONY CAMARATO M.D.
Prescription History 1306107883
Internal Medicine in Mobile, AL

NPI Status: Active since May 31, 2012

Contact Information

2451 FILLINGIM ST
DEPT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE, 4TH FLOOR, MSTN, SUITE L
MOBILE, AL
ZIP 36617
Phone: (251) 471-7891

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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 DR. JOSEPH ANTHONY CAMARATO M.D., an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Mobile, AL. Our medical registry currently tracks 12 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 249 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 36 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 37.2
Days Supply 1,077
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims176.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills427.2
Peer Average Days Supply12,631
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $103.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.76

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. 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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 1,495
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims198.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills488.6
Peer Average Days Supply14,429
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $239.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.96

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 28.2
Days Supply 808
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims99.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills229.3
Peer Average Days Supply6,752
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $121.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.85

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 63
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.2
Peer Average Days Supply356
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $73.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.65

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 882
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims75.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills173.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,111
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $157.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.02

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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). 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.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 674
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims100.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills146.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,096
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,384.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$581.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$747.76

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

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. 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.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 36.4
Days Supply 1,006
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills203.8
Peer Average Days Supply5,826
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $95.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.19

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. 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.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills110.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,200
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $141.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.64

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims116.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills280.8
Peer Average Days Supply8,315
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $244.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.32

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. 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.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills149.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,357
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $50.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.98

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). 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.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 315
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims124.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills292.7
Peer Average Days Supply8,671
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $81.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.72

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). 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.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Hospitalist
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 178
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,214
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $74.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.59

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 anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. 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.

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 DR. JOSEPH ANTHONY CAMARATO M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Mobile, AL.

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 **Internal Medicine** 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.