DR. FRANK MONTE M.D.
Prescription History 1346355021
Internal Medicine in Metairie, LA
What does Dr. Monte prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Monte wrote 5,530 Medicare prescriptions for 91 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 536 prescriptions for 193 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. Monte prescribes.
Medications 91 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 536 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (198). Medicare paid $7.44 per fill, versus $8.79 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 305 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $4.72 per fill, versus $5.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 297 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $11.71 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 263 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $7.38 per fill, versus $8.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 245 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 5.9 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $17.06 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 216 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $5.84 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 211 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $4.07 per fill, versus $3.79 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 179 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 123 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $6.21 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 119 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,183.65 per fill, versus $1,212.50 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 111 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 86% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $6.55 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 109 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $24.17 per fill, versus $11.41 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 109 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.51 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 104 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 85% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $22.87 per fill, versus $12.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 93 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $7.67 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 92 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $8.29 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 85 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 72% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $5.80 per fill, versus $8.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 81 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $11.15 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 73 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $7.79 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 72 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $6.56 per fill, versus $12.41 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 71 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 75% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $2.44 per fill, versus $4.00 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 68 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $5.12 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 68 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $10.13 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 anxiety.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 67 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.13 per fill, versus $5.54 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 65 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 62% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $805.95 per fill, versus $758.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 57 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $5.58 per fill, versus $8.14 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 56 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $4.24 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 55 prescriptions for Valsartan, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $12.51 per fill, versus $25.13 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 52 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $5.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 51 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.25 per fill, versus $10.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 50 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.15 per fill, versus $27.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 50 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $15.58 per fill, versus $16.08 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 42 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $12.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 41 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $7.29 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 40 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,055.45 per fill, versus $805.06 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 40 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $3.57 per fill, versus $5.86 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 39 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $9.23 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
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 38 prescriptions for Prolia, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,739.77 per fill, versus $1,729.88 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 37 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $8.82 per fill, versus $8.40 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 37 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $909.07 per fill, versus $1,187.13 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 36 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $29.74 per fill, versus $30.08 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 36 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.18 per fill, versus $6.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 34 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1.99 per fill, versus $5.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 34 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 84% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.18 per fill, versus $7.23 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 34 prescriptions for Vascepa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $570.84 per fill, versus $466.93 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 33 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $10.79 per fill, versus $11.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 32 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 36% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $13.74 per fill, versus $9.34 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 32 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $18.91 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 31 prescriptions for Diazepam, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $4.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 30 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 62% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.91 per fill, versus $7.47 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 29 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.68 per fill, versus $14.07 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 28 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 77% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.05 per fill, versus $13.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 28 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 63% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $6.20 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $19.99 per fill, versus $13.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 28 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $19.92 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 28 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $12.46 per fill, versus $5.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 26 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $33.21 per fill, versus $18.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 25 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 70% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $6.75 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $5.68 per fill, versus $11.91 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 24 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $80.37 per fill, versus $66.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.32 per fill, versus $8.71 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 22 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $66.64 per fill, versus $45.12 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 21 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 41% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $7.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 21 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.58 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 depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 21 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $30.43 per fill, versus $21.22 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 21 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $21.51 per fill, versus $34.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 20 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 61% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.54 per fill, versus $26.30 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 20 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 64% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $7.78 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 17 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5.50 per fill, versus $14.46 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 17 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 64% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $14.84 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 16 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 31% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $17.80 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 16 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $3.94 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 treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 16 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 26% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.95 per fill, versus $13.82 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 16 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 62% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $235.73 per fill, versus $291.50 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 16 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $318.42 per fill, versus $586.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 15 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $31.22 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 15 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $40.12 per fill, versus $32.00 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 14 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.54 per fill, versus $6.88 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 14 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 33% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.07 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
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 13 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $40.66 per fill, versus $41.82 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 13 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $15.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 13 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 34% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.27 per fill, versus $12.76 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 13 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $6.61 per fill, versus $19.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 12 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 41% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.17 per fill, versus $29.65 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $14.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 11 prescriptions for Entresto, about 16% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $688.07 per fill, versus $889.02 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 11 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1.68 per fill, versus $8.21 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 11 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 24% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $14.23 per fill, versus $27.21 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 11 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $3.32 per fill, versus $10.25 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 11 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.35 per fill, versus $9.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Monte wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.64 per fill, versus $16.56 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. Monte’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Monte prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Monte's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (536), Amlodipine Besylate (305) and Rosuvastatin Calcium (297).
How does Dr. Monte's prescribing compare with other Louisiana prescribers?
Of the 91 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Monte prescribes 14 more often than the typical Louisiana prescriber, 25 about as often and 52 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Monte 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 Louisiana 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.
