DR. LINDA MARIS MELENDEZ-TORRES M.D.
Prescription History 1316933708
General Practice in Orlando, FL
What does Dr. Melendez-Torres prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 8,086 Medicare prescriptions for 152 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 383 prescriptions for 137 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. Melendez-Torres prescribes.
Medications 152 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 Florida prescribers.
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 383 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $10.45 per fill, versus $12.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 375 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 315 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $10.37 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 270 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $3.19 per fill, versus $5.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 246 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $15.50 per fill, versus $14.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 240 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $5.55 per fill, versus $6.26 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 185 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $17.96 per fill, versus $28.99 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 156 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $7.52 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 146 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $9.13 per fill, versus $8.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 144 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $7.85 per fill, versus $8.87 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 138 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $6.97 per fill, versus $12.94 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 133 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.10 per fill, versus $7.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 127 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $10.56 per fill, versus $12.91 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 126 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $4.00 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 121 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $14.63 per fill, versus $13.25 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 115 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.78 per fill, versus $4.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 109 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $11.74 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 108 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $11.63 per fill, versus $10.00 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 106 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $11.75 per fill, versus $11.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 104 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $13.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 98 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $43.69 per fill, versus $24.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 95 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $3.62 per fill, versus $3.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 92 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $1,010.33 per fill, versus $915.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 90 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $7.19 per fill, versus $6.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 90 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $10.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 84 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.58 per fill, versus $11.00 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 82 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $10.12 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 79 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $9.67 per fill, versus $13.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 78 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $23.25 per fill, versus $21.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 72 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $7.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 71 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $5.52 per fill, versus $7.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 70 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.45 per fill, versus $17.10 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 70 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $10.40 per fill, versus $12.84 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 69 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 73% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $3.32 per fill, versus $5.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 66 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $136.28 per fill, versus $125.10 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 63 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $7.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 63 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $10.36 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 62 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.28 per fill, versus $6.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 62 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 90% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 59 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $9.46 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 58 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $8.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 56 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.28 per fill, versus $10.11 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 anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 54 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.27 per fill, versus $6.70 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 53 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.63 per fill, versus $12.61 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 53 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $873.03 per fill, versus $901.87 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 53 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.52 per fill, versus $25.25 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 50 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $12.98 per fill, versus $4.25 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 49 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.22 per fill, versus $12.37 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 48 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $14.55 per fill, versus $32.05 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 48 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $71.12 per fill, versus $82.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 47 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.44 per fill, versus $5.87 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 46 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.90 per fill, versus $9.18 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 44 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $26.73 per fill, versus $30.03 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 44 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $6.63 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 43 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $10.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 42 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $23.39 per fill, versus $22.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 42 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $7.95 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 41 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 86% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $13.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 40 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.25 per fill, versus $6.61 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 40 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.45 per fill, versus $11.85 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 40 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $9.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 39 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $16.08 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 39 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $224.99 per fill, versus $142.73 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 39 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.70 per fill, versus $18.13 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 38 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 37 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 35 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.40 per fill, versus $14.83 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 34 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $3.93 per fill, versus $7.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 33 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.88 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 32 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $22.79 per fill, versus $22.80 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 32 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $9.93 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 32 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $1,543.80 per fill, versus $1,264.03 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 31 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.35 per fill, versus $15.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 31 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $13.87 per fill, versus $16.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 31 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $4.25 per fill, versus $4.97 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 30 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.71 per fill, versus $18.87 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 30 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $42.59 per fill, versus $19.72 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 30 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $19.52 per fill, versus $34.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 29 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.21 per fill, versus $15.80 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 29 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.01 per fill, versus $18.04 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 29 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.82 per fill, versus $11.46 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 28 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $43.20 per fill, versus $24.64 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 28 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $11.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 28 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 83% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.85 per fill, versus $21.79 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 28 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,418.81 per fill, versus $951.72 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 27 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $19.00 per fill, versus $17.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 26 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $10.93 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 25 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $5.26 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 25 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $8.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.84 per fill, versus $20.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 25 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $7.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 25 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,567.68 per fill, versus $1,258.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 25 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.27 per fill, versus $8.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 24 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 86% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.72 per fill, versus $15.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.41 per fill, versus $12.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 23 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $21.92 per fill, versus $19.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 23 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $47.13 per fill, versus $19.64 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 23 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $25.34 per fill, versus $20.72 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 22 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 33% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $16.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.60 per fill, versus $10.64 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 21 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2.47 per fill, versus $7.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 21 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 90% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $20.92 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 20 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $12.04 per fill, versus $26.72 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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 20 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $39.72 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 20 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,679.33 per fill, versus $1,101.06 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 20 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $72.74 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 19 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.92 per fill, versus $3.00 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 19 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $7.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $15.72 per fill, versus $14.74 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 19 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1,141.52 per fill, versus $1,251.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 19 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 60% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $92.08 per fill, versus $98.56 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 fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 18 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $13.64 per fill, versus $26.10 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
This medication is used to treat overactive bladder.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 18 prescriptions for Gemtesa, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $985.35 per fill, versus $735.00 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 18 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $186.98 per fill, versus $206.12 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 eye infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 18 prescriptions for Ofloxacin, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $37.52 per fill, versus $18.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 18 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $430.21 per fill, versus $537.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $34.34 per fill, versus $50.04 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $51.88 per fill, versus $29.95 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 laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $22.89 per fill, versus $27.54 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.51 per fill, versus $14.45 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.30 per fill, versus $13.13 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 17 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.15 per fill, versus $47.63 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 16 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $20.74 per fill, versus $17.25 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 16 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $9.63 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 15 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $10.45 per fill, versus $55.29 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 15 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $22.68 per fill, versus $9.37 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 14 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $2.51 per fill, versus $9.66 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 brittle bone disease (osteoporosis) in women who are at least 5 years past "the change of life" (menopause).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 14 prescriptions for Calcitonin-Salmon, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $102.34 per fill, versus $96.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 14 prescriptions for Cyproheptadine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $15.02 per fill, versus $18.20 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.15 per fill, versus $13.16 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 17% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $14.02 per fill, versus $34.23 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 13 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $37.68 per fill, versus $28.80 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 13 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.76 per fill, versus $4.06 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 13 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.06 per fill, versus $13.11 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $31.38 per fill, versus $18.28 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 13 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.14 per fill, versus $5.05 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $42.93 per fill, versus $43.73 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $12.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,271.35 per fill, versus $988.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $295.04 per fill, versus $310.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $17.12 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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $64.73 per fill, versus $40.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $411.93 per fill, versus $721.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $127.67 per fill, versus $231.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $15.29 per fill, versus $25.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.29 per fill, versus $15.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $21.66 per fill, versus $18.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 11 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $104.42 per fill, versus $58.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 11 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 30% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $40.43 per fill, versus $31.56 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 11 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $19.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Melendez-Torres wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $41.19 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. Melendez-Torres’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Melendez-Torres prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Melendez-Torres's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (383), Atorvastatin Calcium (375) and Levothyroxine Sodium (315).
How does Dr. Melendez-Torres's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 152 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Melendez-Torres prescribes 39 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 44 about as often and 69 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Melendez-Torres 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 Florida 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.
