HELEN JIA-RU KUO MD
Prescription History 1346407921
Urology in Meridian, ID


Quality Rating: 57.39 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since May 21, 2008

Contact Information

2855 E. MAGIC VIEW DRIVE
MERIDIAN, ID
ZIP 83642
Phone: (208) 639-4900
Fax: (208) 639-4901

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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 HELEN JIA-RU KUO MD, an active Urology specialist practicing in Meridian, ID. Our medical registry currently tracks 17 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,148 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 235 claims alone.


Alfuzosin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Alfuzosin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 39.5
Days Supply 1,170
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,043
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $294.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.51

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

Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 96.2
Days Supply 1,320
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply388
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 222.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $466.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.91

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 semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Chlorthalidone

Generic Formulation: ChlorthalidoneSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,560
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,809
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $426.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.21

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 benzenesulfonamide-phthalimidine that tautomerizes to a BENZOPHENONES form. It is considered a thiazide-like diuretic.

Therapeutic Applications

Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to reduce extra salt and water in the body caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Decreasing extra salt and water in the body helps to decrease swelling (edema) and breathing problems caused by fluid in the lungs. Chlorthalidone is a water pill (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 259
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.6
Peer Average Days Supply239
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 41.7% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $262.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.85

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.

Estradiol

Generic Formulation: EstradiolSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 1,770
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,247
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,200.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.06

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 17-beta-isomer of estradiol, an aromatized C18 steroid with hydroxyl group at 3-beta- and 17-beta-position. Estradiol-17-beta is the most potent form of mammalian estrogenic steroids.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen. If you are using this medication to treat symptoms only in and around the vagina, products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected. This medication may also be used by women who are not able to produce enough estrogen (for example, due to hypogonadism, primary ovarian failure). Certain estrogen products may also be used by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). However, there are other medications (such as raloxifene, bisphosphonates including alendronate) that are also effective in preventing bone loss and may be safer. These medications should be considered for use before estrogen treatment.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 83
30-Day Fills 215.7
Days Supply 6,470
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,036
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 97.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,091.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.50

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

An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 154
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,598
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. 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

$3.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.41

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.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 53
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.3
Peer Average Days Supply169
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $46.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.56

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 L-isomer of Ofloxacin.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. 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.

Methenamine Hippurate

Generic Formulation: Methenamine HippurateSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 123
30-Day Fills 210.1
Days Supply 6,251
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,419
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 241.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,388.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$92.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.07

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

Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria. It is not used to treat an active infection. Antibiotics must be used first to treat and cure the infection. Methenamine is a drug that stops the growth of bacteria in urine. This medication also contains an ingredient that helps to make the urine acidic. When the urine is acidic, methenamine turns into formaldehyde to kill the bacteria. This drug is effective only against bacterial infections in the urinary tract. It will not work for other types of bacterial infections (such as in the blood) or for viral infections (such as the common cold or flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibacterial drug can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Myrbetriq

Generic Formulation: MirabegronSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 188
30-Day Fills 303.7
Days Supply 9,066
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,510
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 408.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $135,325.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$719.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$601.53

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.

Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-CrystSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 556
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.5
Peer Average Days Supply271
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $719.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.58

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 medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). 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. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Oxybutynin Chloride Er

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 132
30-Day Fills 246.6
Days Supply 6,610
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,626
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 340.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,144.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.31

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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Potassium Citrate Er

Generic Formulation: Potassium CitrateSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 100.2
Days Supply 2,980
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,185
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 100.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,765.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$176.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$140.85

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 powder that dissolves in water, which is administered orally, and is used as a diuretic, expectorant, systemic alkalizer, and electrolyte replenisher.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to make the urine less acidic. This effect helps the kidneys get rid of uric acid, thereby helping to prevent gout and kidney stones. This medication can also prevent and treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease. Citric acid and citrate salts (which contain potassium and sodium) belong to a class of drugs known as urinary alkalinizers. If you have a condition that requires you to limit your intake of potassium and sodium, your doctor may direct you to take a product that is lower in potassium and sodium.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 371
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.6
Peer Average Days Supply357
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $99.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.08

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 235
30-Day Fills 505.2
Days Supply 14,790
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills159.4
Peer Average Days Supply4,740
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 231.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,881.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.77

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

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 34
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,076
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.35

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.

Trospium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Trospium ChlorideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 70.3
Days Supply 2,074
ID State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.7
Peer Average Days Supply967
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across ID. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,491.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$124.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.11

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 medication is used to treat an overactive bladder. By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, trospium improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. Trospium belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. It is also known as an antimuscarinic.

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 HELEN JIA-RU KUO MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Meridian, ID.

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 **Urology** 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.