DR. ADAM R SMITH M.D.
Prescription History 1306899521
Family Medicine in Allen, TX
What does Dr. Smith prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Smith wrote 2,848 Medicare prescriptions for 78 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 148 prescriptions for 46 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Smith prescribes.
Medications 78 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Texas prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 148 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $6.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 147 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 135 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 75% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $8.05 per fill, versus $9.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 110 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 109 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $5.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 90 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $4.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 79 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $15.07 per fill, versus $15.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 73 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $9.15 per fill, versus $14.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 73 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.31 per fill, versus $8.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 69 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $10.45 per fill, versus $13.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 68 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $21.33 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 68 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 86% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $15.47 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 67 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 66 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $9.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 64 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $10.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 57 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.31 per fill, versus $7.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 51 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $4.00 per fill, versus $4.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 51 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,071.37 per fill, versus $1,293.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 50 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $7.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 50 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $10.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 47 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $35.67 per fill, versus $28.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 47 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.59 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 45 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 88% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $10.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 42 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $27.75 per fill, versus $18.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 39 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $3.47 per fill, versus $8.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 35 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $5.58 per fill, versus $11.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 34 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $19.37 per fill, versus $26.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 34 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.32 per fill, versus $7.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 34 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.27 per fill, versus $8.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 34 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.10 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 29 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $9.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 26 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.71 per fill, versus $8.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 26 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 25 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.69 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 25 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,318.69 per fill, versus $860.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 23 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $5.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 23 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,488.59 per fill, versus $1,092.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 23 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $19.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 23 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.25 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 22 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $40.54 per fill, versus $23.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 22 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $1,016.55 per fill, versus $870.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 21 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.88 per fill, versus $48.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 21 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $48.74 per fill, versus $133.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 20 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.88 per fill, versus $9.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 20 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.09 per fill, versus $8.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 20 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $11.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 20 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $7.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $10.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 19 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $14.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 19 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $9.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 18 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.70 per fill, versus $14.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 18 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.93 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 17 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.86 per fill, versus $24.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 17 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $4.28 per fill, versus $3.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 16 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.32 per fill, versus $4.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $46.93 per fill, versus $24.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 16 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $31.15 per fill, versus $11.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.52 per fill, versus $16.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 33% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $14.30 per fill, versus $19.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $29.03 per fill, versus $32.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $30.45 per fill, versus $32.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,486.43 per fill, versus $1,267.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $65.58 per fill, versus $68.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $38.78 per fill, versus $23.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.59 per fill, versus $13.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 13 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $93.90 per fill, versus $135.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 13 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.94 per fill, versus $17.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 41% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $27.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.00 per fill, versus $8.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 21% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $13.43 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $38.65 per fill, versus $14.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.57 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.47 per fill, versus $12.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $880.18 per fill, versus $943.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $55.83 per fill, versus $29.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.09 per fill, versus $12.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $21.16 per fill, versus $43.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $8.22 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Smith’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Smith prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Smith's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (148), Lisinopril (147) and Atorvastatin Calcium (135).
How does Dr. Smith's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 78 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Smith prescribes 4 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 18 about as often and 56 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Smith prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Texas prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
