GRETA J KUPHAL MD
Prescription History 1346280310
Family Medicine in Madison, WI
What does Dr. Kuphal prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Kuphal wrote 3,070 Medicare prescriptions for 79 medications. The most prescribed was Levothyroxine Sodium, with 198 prescriptions for 45 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. Kuphal prescribes.
Medications 79 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 Wisconsin prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 198 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (153). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $10.75 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 165 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (145). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $6.64 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 125 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (218). Medicare paid $10.22 per fill, versus $9.94 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 111 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (117). Medicare paid $12.31 per fill, versus $14.71 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 109 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $12.34 per fill, versus $11.94 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 103 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 81% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $8.90 per fill, versus $9.85 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 88 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $13.88 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 87 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $11.42 per fill, versus $10.31 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 84 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 64% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (131). Medicare paid $8.26 per fill, versus $7.21 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 82 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $1,033.53 per fill, versus $901.68 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 79 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 89% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $17.24 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 75 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $35.27 per fill, versus $18.18 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 66 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 81% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $8.75 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 62 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $10.53 per fill, versus $14.52 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 52 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $974.63 per fill, versus $1,245.82 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 depression.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 52 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $12.07 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 depression, anxiety).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 50 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $24.02 per fill, versus $24.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 49 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 77% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $17.18 per fill, versus $22.54 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 49 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $42.83 per fill, versus $35.35 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 47 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $8.08 per fill, versus $4.64 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 44 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $11.02 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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 40 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 61% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $40.91 per fill, versus $29.79 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 39 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $44.89 per fill, versus $25.73 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 38 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 77% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $15.43 per fill, versus $17.13 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 37 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 71% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $24.10 per fill, versus $11.45 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 37 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $17.15 per fill, versus $15.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 36 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 82% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $22.36 per fill, versus $25.20 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 34 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $21.43 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 34 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 37% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $5.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 33 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 78% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.90 per fill, versus $27.50 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 32 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 66% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $8.66 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 30 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $10.46 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 30 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.50 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 30 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $8.05 per fill, versus $7.53 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 30 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 78% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3.68 per fill, versus $7.25 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 29 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.82 per fill, versus $9.00 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 29 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 64% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $14.60 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, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 29 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $5.72 per fill, versus $10.33 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 28 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $105.85 per fill, versus $72.40 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 26 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.40 per fill, versus $16.46 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 26 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.40 per fill, versus $12.47 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 25 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 63% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.76 per fill, versus $7.72 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 25 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $227.62 per fill, versus $105.82 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 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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 78% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $111.16 per fill, versus $164.15 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 24 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 42% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $14.10 per fill, versus $9.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 24 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 71% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $50.42 per fill, versus $28.86 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 22 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $339.53 per fill, versus $406.84 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 22 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 41% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.00 per fill, versus $11.79 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 (estrogen).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 21 prescriptions for Estradiol (Once Weekly), about 1.3 times as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $82.25 per fill, versus $76.71 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 21 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 40% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,276.44 per fill, versus $1,030.82 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 21 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $7.70 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 19 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 60% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $3.70 per fill, versus $15.62 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 medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 19 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.58 per fill, versus $12.58 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 19 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 38% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $18.80 per fill, versus $9.02 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 19 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $735.78 per fill, versus $1,206.38 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 medication is a hormone.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 18 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 62% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $74.97 per fill, versus $65.92 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
Canagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 18 prescriptions for Invokana, about as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $297.02 per fill, versus $813.78 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 anxiety.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 18 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.69 per fill, versus $6.54 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 16 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $25.17 per fill, versus $11.43 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 16 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 75% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $16.90 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
Tiotropium 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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 16 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about 70% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $512.43 per fill, versus $717.81 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 15 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $24.03 per fill, versus $15.97 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $23.67 per fill, versus $14.88 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 treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 15 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.08 per fill, versus $20.08 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 15 prescriptions for Vascepa, about 72% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $39.89 per fill, versus $468.08 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 14 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 34% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.14 per fill, versus $37.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 14 prescriptions for Lantus, about 64% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $73.32 per fill, versus $119.39 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 14 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $13.44 per fill, versus $8.63 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 13 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $931.61 per fill, versus $939.33 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
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 Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $27.63 per fill, versus $27.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 13 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 29% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $38.53 per fill, versus $21.12 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
Progesterone is a type of hormone (progestin).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 13 prescriptions for Progesterone, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.66 per fill, versus $36.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 13 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 61% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $13.00 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
Thyroid hormone is used to treat underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 12 prescriptions for Armour Thyroid, about 69% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $77.05 per fill, versus $77.38 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 12 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 39% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $33.76 per fill, versus $18.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.91 per fill, versus $17.97 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 12 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 36% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $28.88 per fill, versus $23.38 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 12 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about 73% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $24.09 per fill, versus $23.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Wisconsin prescribers
Dr. Kuphal wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 35% as often as the typical Wisconsin prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $28.31 per fill, versus $22.58 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. Kuphal’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Kuphal prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Kuphal's most prescribed medications were Levothyroxine Sodium (198), Amlodipine Besylate (165) and Atorvastatin Calcium (125).
How does Dr. Kuphal's prescribing compare with other Wisconsin prescribers?
Of the 79 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Kuphal prescribes 4 more often than the typical Wisconsin prescriber, 28 about as often and 47 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Kuphal 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 Wisconsin 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.
