DIANE L KENNEDY M.D.
Prescription History 1316939721
Family Medicine in Luverne, MN
What does Dr. Kennedy prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Kennedy wrote 11,104 Medicare prescriptions for 157 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 547 prescriptions for 142 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. Kennedy prescribes.
Medications 157 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 Minnesota prescribers.
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 547 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $13.32 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 444 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $13.23 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 366 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $8.62 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 348 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $9.39 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 336 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $14.00 per fill, versus $17.32 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 335 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $7.86 per fill, versus $14.15 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 329 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $6.17 per fill, versus $6.10 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 308 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $11.78 per fill, versus $17.84 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 287 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $12.12 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 236 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $587.16 per fill, versus $925.49 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 232 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $8.69 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 230 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $18.31 per fill, versus $25.72 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 206 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $10.21 per fill, versus $14.95 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 199 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $23.15 per fill, versus $31.89 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 192 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 4.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $10.28 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 189 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $606.75 per fill, versus $1,040.12 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 179 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $12.27 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 176 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $1.74 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 160 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.19 per fill, versus $12.72 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
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Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 159 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 3.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.12 per fill, versus $6.85 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 153 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $13.75 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 147 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $20.48 per fill, versus $25.39 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 146 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $6.21 per fill, versus $11.14 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 139 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.71 per fill, versus $20.90 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 130 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $21.71 per fill, versus $17.09 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 125 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.61 per fill, versus $15.09 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 118 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.22 per fill, versus $12.53 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 118 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $14.82 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 113 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $10.89 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 106 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $514.17 per fill, versus $993.37 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 99 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $14.10 per fill, versus $20.82 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 94 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 3.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.44 per fill, versus $26.36 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 94 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $10.39 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 93 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $14.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 89 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.96 per fill, versus $16.72 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 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 86 prescriptions for Jantoven, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $7.58 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 83 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.39 per fill, versus $7.04 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 80 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.32 per fill, versus $15.81 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 80 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.66 per fill, versus $5.06 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 78 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.41 per fill, versus $19.26 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 76 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $15.21 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 73 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $27.96 per fill, versus $27.78 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 72 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $19.03 per fill, versus $18.96 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 68 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $26.14 per fill, versus $25.72 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 66 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $4.38 per fill, versus $8.26 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 66 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $14.19 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 66 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $29.32 per fill, versus $27.49 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 65 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.47 per fill, versus $6.66 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 65 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $21.26 per fill, versus $16.49 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 certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 61 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $301.37 per fill, versus $619.69 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 58 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.88 per fill, versus $17.02 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 57 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $48.37 per fill, versus $37.48 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 57 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $10.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 56 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $379.02 per fill, versus $520.88 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 55 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.10 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 53 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $992.43 per fill, versus $1,265.25 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 52 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $8.36 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 a hormone.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 52 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $34.92 per fill, versus $61.96 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 52 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $20.10 per fill, versus $27.08 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 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 47 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $14.13 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 46 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $89.06 per fill, versus $44.60 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 46 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $20.09 per fill, versus $21.20 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 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 46 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 83% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.30 per fill, versus $11.24 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 44 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $11.84 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
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 44 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $26.44 per fill, versus $44.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 44 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $83.92 per fill, versus $124.57 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 44 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $13.06 per fill, versus $16.45 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $162.72 per fill, versus $176.58 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 42 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $11.47 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 41 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $4.76 per fill, versus $5.97 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 41 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $12.70 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
Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 39 prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $44.40 per fill, versus $65.43 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 38 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.78 per fill, versus $22.20 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 38 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $11.95 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 37 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $15.58 per fill, versus $22.96 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 37 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 84% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $12.37 per fill, versus $14.48 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 37 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.49 per fill, versus $13.43 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 37 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $641.41 per fill, versus $646.12 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 36 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $384.55 per fill, versus $401.79 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 35 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.22 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 34 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $105.05 per fill, versus $69.29 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 34 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 84% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $9.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 34 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $97.66 per fill, versus $95.72 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 34 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $15.07 per fill, versus $36.59 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
Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 33 prescriptions for Cefuroxime, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $15.40 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 33 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.11 per fill, versus $16.73 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 33 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $33.44 per fill, versus $44.25 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 30 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $15.30 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 29 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $6.30 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 29 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $22.74 per fill, versus $15.46 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 29 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $4.14 per fill, versus $6.19 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 27 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.93 per fill, versus $14.68 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 medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 27 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $14.75 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 27 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $12.16 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 25 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $823.52 per fill, versus $846.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 25 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 83% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.15 per fill, versus $17.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 25 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $8.46 per fill, versus $17.01 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 24 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $122.74 per fill, versus $123.56 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 24 prescriptions for Risperidone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $22.78 per fill, versus $16.50 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 23 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 67% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.16 per fill, versus $3.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 23 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $50.44 per fill, versus $95.22 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 certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 22 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $38.76 per fill, versus $23.74 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 22 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $12.88 per fill, versus $22.64 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 22 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.44 per fill, versus $14.97 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 87% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $12.90 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 21 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 85% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $177.65 per fill, versus $235.44 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 21 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $28.31 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 20 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 78% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $61.19 per fill, versus $68.71 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 19 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 60% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $28.63 per fill, versus $26.76 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 19 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $19.60 per fill, versus $18.43 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 19 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 72% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $15.19 per fill, versus $16.30 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 19 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $28.50 per fill, versus $23.53 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 19 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 80% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $1.54 per fill, versus $17.32 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 18 prescriptions for Fiasp Flextouch, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $518.58 per fill, versus $792.12 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.95 per fill, versus $15.85 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 18 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $43.60 per fill, versus $40.00 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 17 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1.99 per fill, versus $7.28 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $22.08 per fill, versus $16.89 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 17 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.78 per fill, versus $22.55 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 pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 17 prescriptions for Timolol Maleate, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $15.44 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 15 prescriptions for Cartia Xt, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $39.76 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 15 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $108.34 per fill, versus $49.22 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 82% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $13.89 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
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 15 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.40 per fill, versus $34.61 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 an overactive bladder.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 15 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $77.90 per fill, versus $75.26 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 15 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $6.46 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
Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about 87% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $20.71 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
Cimetidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and prevent them from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Cimetidine, about 85% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $24.26 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $46.34 per fill, versus $35.70 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $13.74 per fill, versus $20.26 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
Medroxyprogesterone is a type of hormone (progestin).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, about 84% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $7.53 per fill, versus $15.52 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.06 per fill, versus $10.49 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.52 per fill, versus $6.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 14 prescriptions for Sure Comfort Alcohol, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $7.56 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $44.13 per fill, versus $25.59 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
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel condition (Crohn's disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Budesonide Ec, about 90% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $95.87 per fill, versus $166.47 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 diarrhea.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about 79% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $8.98 per fill, versus $25.61 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
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $20.07 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.99 per fill, versus $7.91 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $137.60 per fill, versus $221.30 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 13 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $12.61 per fill, versus $21.74 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $19.80 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $18.86 per fill, versus $20.07 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 product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Dorzolamide-Timolol, about 16% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $25.34 per fill, versus $20.80 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
Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $206.16 per fill, versus $245.61 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $42.44 per fill, versus $75.57 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 32% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $69.82 per fill, versus $21.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 12 prescriptions for Ulticare Pen Needle, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $51.53 per fill, versus $70.49 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.13 per fill, versus $9.24 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 anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $16.27 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $49.62 per fill, versus $44.08 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $3.21 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $7.92 per fill, versus $9.86 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $454.97 per fill, versus $589.78 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $25.17 per fill, versus $52.95 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $28.98 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 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Kennedy wrote 11 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $220.52 per fill, versus $302.31 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. Kennedy’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Kennedy prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Kennedy's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (547), Levothyroxine Sodium (444) and Amlodipine Besylate (366).
How does Dr. Kennedy's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 157 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Kennedy prescribes 75 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 36 about as often and 46 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Kennedy 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 Minnesota 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.
