DR. PAUL DIEHL M.D.
Prescription History 1336215607
Internal Medicine in West Hills, CA
What does Dr. Diehl prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Diehl wrote 6,604 Medicare prescriptions for 147 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 301 prescriptions for 74 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. Diehl prescribes.
Medications 147 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 301 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $12.55 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 274 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 247 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $13.30 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 165 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $13.39 per fill, versus $14.23 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 160 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $5.37 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 153 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $23.43 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 150 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $13.76 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 147 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 143 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $6.02 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 136 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 4.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.05 per fill, versus $13.53 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 132 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $9.26 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 115 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $27.29 per fill, versus $21.39 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 111 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $18.29 per fill, versus $13.87 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 101 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $15.61 per fill, versus $12.42 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 101 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $14.73 per fill, versus $15.64 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 99 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $13.25 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 94 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.57 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 92 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.44 per fill, versus $9.59 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 90 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $711.04 per fill, versus $923.33 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 anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 88 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $6.52 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 87 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $6.39 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 used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 86 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $26.94 per fill, versus $39.53 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 83 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $16.15 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 80 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $12.52 per fill, versus $15.02 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
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Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 78 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $6.24 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 77 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 71 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $14.51 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 67 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $30.92 per fill, versus $13.99 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 66 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.52 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 66 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $8.98 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 61 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $37.27 per fill, versus $24.72 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 58 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $16.08 per fill, versus $12.66 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 57 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $4.49 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 57 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $13.21 per fill, versus $15.10 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 57 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.93 per fill, versus $7.82 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 56 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 56 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $40.63 per fill, versus $29.89 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 53 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,131.12 per fill, versus $915.30 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 53 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $14.85 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 53 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $21.02 per fill, versus $24.00 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 51 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 49 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.90 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 49 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $25.00 per fill, versus $29.84 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 47 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $15.88 per fill, versus $19.69 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
Azilsartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 45 prescriptions for Edarbi, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $380.24 per fill, versus $337.59 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 41 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $9.65 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 41 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $25.30 per fill, versus $24.98 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 41 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,261.30 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 40 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.91 per fill, versus $19.05 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 39 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.89 per fill, versus $11.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 39 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $27.42 per fill, versus $22.84 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 36 prescriptions for Synthroid, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $57.66 per fill, versus $74.43 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 35 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $19.20 per fill, versus $71.35 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 35 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 35 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,140.57 per fill, versus $933.82 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 34 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $21.22 per fill, versus $28.70 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 34 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $84.79 per fill, versus $55.93 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 33 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $18.95 per fill, versus $28.60 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 32 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $21.88 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 31 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.36 per fill, versus $8.24 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 31 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $26.12 per fill, versus $31.19 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 31 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.47 per fill, versus $16.05 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 30 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $55.08 per fill, versus $32.27 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 30 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $15.30 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 30 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $20.90 per fill, versus $38.94 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
Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 28 prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.54 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 28 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $28.88 per fill, versus $26.18 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 28 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $47.41 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 28 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.41 per fill, versus $5.64 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 27 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $16.83 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 27 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $24.19 per fill, versus $107.23 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 27 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 26 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.99 per fill, versus $7.62 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 26 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.14 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
Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 26 prescriptions for Solifenacin Succinate, about 85% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $28.94 per fill, versus $49.58 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 25 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.26 per fill, versus $6.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 24 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.68 per fill, versus $25.68 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 24 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $15.58 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 24 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $45.46 per fill, versus $26.00 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 24 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $24.55 per fill, versus $23.88 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 24 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $890.63 per fill, versus $834.40 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 23 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.43 per fill, versus $32.58 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 23 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $958.71 per fill, versus $914.82 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
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 23 prescriptions for Oxycontin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $640.31 per fill, versus $824.25 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 22 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $39.00 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 21 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.82 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 21 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.37 per fill, versus $10.59 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 21 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $46.33 per fill, versus $14.67 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.57 per fill, versus $40.51 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $131.87 per fill, versus $110.37 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 13% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $12.07 per fill, versus $12.02 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $206.74 per fill, versus $174.07 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $6.84 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $29.83 per fill, versus $58.68 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 20 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $4.62 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 19 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $4.39 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 19 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $127.26 per fill, versus $111.59 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $18.90 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 18 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $30.51 per fill, versus $13.30 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 18 prescriptions for Edarbyclor, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $685.00 per fill, versus $303.13 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 18 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.43 per fill, versus $10.86 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 18 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.18 per fill, versus $24.98 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 18 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $813.14 per fill, versus $952.66 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $6.79 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 a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $36.11 per fill, versus $56.87 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
Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Minoxidil, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.12 per fill, versus $13.72 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $91.71 per fill, versus $18.88 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.78 per fill, versus $13.40 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
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Prolia, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,703.19 per fill, versus $1,666.72 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
Roflumilast is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Roflumilast, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $93.90 per fill, versus $111.29 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $28.06 per fill, versus $11.76 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 17 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $27.92 per fill, versus $35.75 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 16 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $20.97 per fill, versus $14.34 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 16 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,495.90 per fill, versus $1,419.22 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 15 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $35.01 per fill, versus $37.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 15 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $87.90 per fill, versus $66.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 15 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $113.07 per fill, versus $72.60 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 severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 14 prescriptions for Methadone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $32.62 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 14 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $18.39 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $23.66 per fill, versus $30.86 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $41.17 per fill, versus $38.82 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
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $140.00 per fill, versus $145.54 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 treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $6.32 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $172.55 per fill, versus $231.67 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $0.94 per fill, versus $10.38 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 13 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $1,071.57 per fill, versus $801.62 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $221.95 per fill, versus $202.22 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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $41.95 per fill, versus $34.37 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
Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Desmopressin Acetate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $22.50 per fill, versus $61.05 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 insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $20.54 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
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $383.72 per fill, versus $410.31 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Linzess, about 24% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $602.18 per fill, versus $699.60 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
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $60.56 per fill, versus $57.89 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 12 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.31 per fill, versus $37.76 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Ambien, about 85% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $611.09 per fill, versus $663.13 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $619.95 per fill, versus $562.44 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $643.74 per fill, versus $742.95 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 certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $6.54 per fill, versus $24.07 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
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $30.17 per fill, versus $24.91 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $15.14 per fill, versus $19.83 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.47 per fill, versus $13.09 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 20% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $9.99 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $76.47 per fill, versus $66.72 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
Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Silodosin, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $47.19 per fill, versus $72.92 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
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $47.80 per fill, versus $66.33 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 California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Vilazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $70.66 per fill, versus $91.37 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Diehl wrote 11 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.10 per fill, versus $8.59 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. Diehl’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Diehl prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Diehl's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (301), Amlodipine Besylate (274) and Levothyroxine Sodium (247).
How does Dr. Diehl's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 147 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Diehl prescribes 29 more often than the typical California prescriber, 45 about as often and 73 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Diehl 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 California 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.
