DENNIS E CHOAT MD
Prescription History 1346298213
Colon & Rectal Surgery in Fayetteville, GA


Quality Rating: 98.5 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since May 04, 2006

Contact Information

1265 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 500B
FAYETTEVILLE, GA
ZIP 30214
Phone: (770) 719-5660

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DENNIS E CHOAT MD, an active Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist practicing in Fayetteville, GA. Our medical registry currently tracks 8 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 216 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 53 claims alone.


Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 127
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.5
Peer Average Days Supply252
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $223.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.84

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 72
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.3
Peer Average Days Supply276
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 50.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $69.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.89

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 53.0
Days Supply 251
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims123.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills124.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,712
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $337.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.64

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 290
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply873
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $84.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.98

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 67
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims12.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills12.0
Peer Average Days Supply27
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 300.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $83.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.62

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 76
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply324
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $147.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.53

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 108
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims114.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills115.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,703
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $177.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.59

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 80
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,457
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $33.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.28

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DENNIS E CHOAT MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Fayetteville, GA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Colon & Rectal Surgery** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.