DR. CLAIRE PFISTER DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Prescription History 1346747607
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Louisville, KY
What does Dr. Pfister prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Pfister wrote 2,072 Medicare prescriptions for 61 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 209 prescriptions for 65 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. Pfister prescribes.
Medications 61 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 209 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (203). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $7.42 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 136 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 74% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $9.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 108 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 71% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (152). Medicare paid $2.71 per fill, versus $4.34 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 98 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 68% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $4.37 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 90 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 80% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $7.62 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 71 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $14.21 per fill, versus $11.74 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 67 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 83% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $4.25 per fill, versus $3.15 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 66 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 60% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $9.42 per fill, versus $10.90 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 64 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.04 per fill, versus $7.09 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 58 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $3.77 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 56 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $9.61 per fill, versus $9.86 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 55 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $9.53 per fill, versus $5.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 54 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $12.52 per fill, versus $8.25 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 48 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.58 per fill, versus $19.33 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 41 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $6.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 39 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $5.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 38 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $7.37 per fill, versus $4.83 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 36 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 22% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $11.36 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 35 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $14.45 per fill, versus $7.62 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 32 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 40% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $22.67 per fill, versus $30.42 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 30 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $5.00 per fill, versus $7.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 29 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $25.65 per fill, versus $9.92 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 28 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 31% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $14.24 per fill, versus $7.42 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 26 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 62% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.65 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.72 per fill, versus $12.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 22 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $10.91 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 21 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 28% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $12.58 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, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 21 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $27.01 per fill, versus $19.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 20 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $19.24 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 20 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $20.05 per fill, versus $46.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 20 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $699.88 per fill, versus $888.93 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 19 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 34% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $7.98 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 19 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 87% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.55 per fill, versus $27.48 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
Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 18 prescriptions for Atomoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $118.33 per fill, versus $109.16 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 18 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 76% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $1,337.96 per fill, versus $1,378.74 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 16 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 31% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $21.52 per fill, versus $17.88 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 16 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 24% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 16 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 25% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $2.46 per fill, versus $3.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 15 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $35.80 per fill, versus $68.23 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 10% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (153). Medicare paid $34.79 per fill, versus $16.68 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 14 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.27 per fill, versus $10.89 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 depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 14 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 28% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.19 per fill, versus $4.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 14 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 15% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $902.10 per fill, versus $796.07 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 14 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 25% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $1,598.94 per fill, versus $959.98 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 13 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $2.95 per fill, versus $6.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 13 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 27% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.17 per fill, versus $6.07 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 13 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 25% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,102.34 per fill, versus $1,165.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 13 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 31% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $48.59 per fill, versus $53.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 13 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 37% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $938.82 per fill, versus $1,270.24 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $2.13 per fill, versus $6.18 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 16% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1.43 per fill, versus $8.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 21% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $8.48 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 18% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $1,883.05 per fill, versus $1,182.19 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 22% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1.91 per fill, versus $3.60 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 24% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.77 per fill, versus $7.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 12 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $7.42 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 16% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $10.84 per fill, versus $10.99 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 41% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.04 per fill, versus $13.49 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $41.54 per fill, versus $13.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 11 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 14% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $13.94 per fill, versus $18.74 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dr. Pfister wrote 11 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 21% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $2.00 per fill, versus $15.50 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. Pfister’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Pfister prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Pfister's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (209), Levothyroxine Sodium (136) and Amlodipine Besylate (108).
How does Dr. Pfister's prescribing compare with other Kentucky prescribers?
Of the 61 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Pfister prescribes 10 about as often than the typical Kentucky prescriber and 51 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Pfister 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 Kentucky 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.
