DR. RACHEL MARIE SULLIVAN M.D.
Prescription History 1346529310
Family Medicine in Redding, CA
What does Dr. Sullivan prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Sullivan wrote 9,414 Medicare prescriptions for 141 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 630 prescriptions for 173 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. Sullivan prescribes.
Medications 141 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other California prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 630 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $9.52 per fill, versus $10.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 617 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 4.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $14.37 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 365 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.70 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 335 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $7.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 319 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $10.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 308 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $15.61 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 241 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $13.24 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 239 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $17.48 per fill, versus $15.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 217 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 215 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 4.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.56 per fill, versus $6.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 185 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 184 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $16.72 per fill, versus $14.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 150 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $12.64 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 143 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $52.58 per fill, versus $74.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 142 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $961.81 per fill, versus $923.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 139 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.59 per fill, versus $5.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 138 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 137 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 3.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.73 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 135 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.96 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 128 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $27.10 per fill, versus $24.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 124 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 117 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $8.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 113 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $6.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 110 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 109 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $37.21 per fill, versus $24.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 104 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $15.82 per fill, versus $21.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 96 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.11 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 95 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.29 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 95 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 3.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.07 per fill, versus $9.76 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 90 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $32.28 per fill, versus $28.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 88 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $8.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 87 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.27 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 86 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $26.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 86 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $24.03 per fill, versus $15.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 84 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 79 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,338.60 per fill, versus $1,102.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 78 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $15.66 per fill, versus $11.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 77 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $61.31 per fill, versus $56.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 68 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.58 per fill, versus $9.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 68 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,269.90 per fill, versus $933.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 67 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $13.50 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 66 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $21.29 per fill, versus $32.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 63 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $8.75 per fill, versus $8.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 63 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $29.27 per fill, versus $23.09 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 61 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $882.86 per fill, versus $801.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 61 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.34 per fill, versus $23.92 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 used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 60 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $24.88 per fill, versus $24.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 59 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $22.44 per fill, versus $18.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 56 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.99 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 55 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $42.85 per fill, versus $24.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 55 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $24.15 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 51 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 50 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.97 per fill, versus $12.24 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 48 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.58 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 44 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $49.14 per fill, versus $14.75 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 43 prescriptions for Xarelto, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,225.86 per fill, versus $952.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 41 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 40 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.01 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 40 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.56 per fill, versus $16.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 39 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.94 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 39 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $30.67 per fill, versus $29.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 37 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $29.47 per fill, versus $19.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 36 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $46.42 per fill, versus $35.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 35 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $27.25 per fill, versus $25.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 33 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.60 per fill, versus $6.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 33 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $46.03 per fill, versus $43.47 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 31 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 31 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 30 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 30 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.85 per fill, versus $9.24 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
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 30 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.65 per fill, versus $10.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 27 prescriptions for Diclofenac Potassium, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $24.55 per fill, versus $1,030.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 27 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $14.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 27 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $111.68 per fill, versus $186.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 26 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $34.94 per fill, versus $14.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 26 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $28.21 per fill, versus $18.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 26 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $38.66 per fill, versus $31.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 25 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $15.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 25 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $3.20 per fill, versus $4.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 24 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $49.10 per fill, versus $32.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 24 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 23 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $67.62 per fill, versus $63.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 22 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 22 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $12.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 21 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $18.56 per fill, versus $107.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 21 prescriptions for Levoxyl, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $42.50 per fill, versus $39.09 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 20 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.76 per fill, versus $7.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 20 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $29.28 per fill, versus $33.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 20 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $22.44 per fill, versus $16.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 20 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $46.70 per fill, versus $28.57 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 19 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $17.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 19 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.71 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 prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 19 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $718.23 per fill, versus $491.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 19 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 19 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.90 per fill, versus $9.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 19 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $14.32 per fill, versus $19.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 18 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $24.64 per fill, versus $32.74 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 18 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 18 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.96 per fill, versus $20.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 17 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $29.18 per fill, versus $15.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 17 prescriptions for Repatha Syringe, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $933.59 per fill, versus $768.86 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 17 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,468.75 per fill, versus $1,419.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 16 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 16 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.57 per fill, versus $13.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 15 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $53.62 per fill, versus $30.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 15 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.12 per fill, versus $17.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 15 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $57.31 per fill, versus $42.81 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
This medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 15 prescriptions for Testosterone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $82.69 per fill, versus $144.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $18.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $28.07 per fill, versus $15.76 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 medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $10.27 per fill, versus $24.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $34.79 per fill, versus $14.35 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $889.91 per fill, versus $699.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Premarin, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $469.57 per fill, versus $403.76 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $17.72 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 14 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $416.41 per fill, versus $627.60 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 13 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $250.68 per fill, versus $202.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $139.49 per fill, versus $64.75 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 13 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $30.25 per fill, versus $21.18 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 13 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $14.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxycontin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $426.37 per fill, versus $824.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $113.12 per fill, versus $34.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $29.04 per fill, versus $24.93 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 42% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.79 per fill, versus $23.43 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.91 per fill, versus $17.16 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $111.22 per fill, versus $155.85 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,506.88 per fill, versus $915.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,654.13 per fill, versus $1,191.18 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $28.42 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Solifenacin Succinate, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $56.72 per fill, versus $49.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.06 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone (estrogen).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 12 prescriptions for Yuvafem, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $216.47 per fill, versus $137.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $169.51 per fill, versus $62.60 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $29.69 per fill, versus $28.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $28.54 per fill, versus $13.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Dutasteride, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $25.76 per fill, versus $31.33 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
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $35.81 per fill, versus $16.75 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Nystop, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $22.94 per fill, versus $32.86 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $22.76 per fill, versus $33.61 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
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sullivan wrote 11 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 42% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $94.49 per fill, versus $85.98 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. Sullivan’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Sullivan prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Sullivan's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (630), Levothyroxine Sodium (617) and Lisinopril (365).
How does Dr. Sullivan's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 141 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Sullivan prescribes 51 more often than the typical California prescriber, 29 about as often and 61 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Sullivan prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the California prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
