DR. CAROL MARIE BURCH MD
Prescription History 1356360721
Family Medicine in Stockton, CA
What does Dr. Burch prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Burch wrote 3,924 Medicare prescriptions for 98 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 268 prescriptions for 110 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. Burch prescribes.
Medications 98 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. Burch wrote 268 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $11.53 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. Burch wrote 224 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $18.08 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 161 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $12.24 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. Burch wrote 153 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $12.37 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 129 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $21.59 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 125 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.26 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 124 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $21.56 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
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. Burch wrote 109 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $22.19 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
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. Burch wrote 96 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.66 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
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. Burch wrote 92 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.27 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 88 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.68 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 79 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.49 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 78 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $12.03 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 73 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.06 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
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. Burch wrote 71 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $11.84 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 70 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.34 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 69 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.83 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
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. Burch wrote 69 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.22 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
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. Burch wrote 62 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $14.02 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 62 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $12.27 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 53 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.77 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
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. Burch wrote 48 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.42 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 45 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.79 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
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. Burch wrote 44 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.91 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 43 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.50 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 39 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.58 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 39 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.63 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 38 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $14.03 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
Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 37 prescriptions for Alvesco, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $95.10 per fill, versus $143.20 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 35 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 72% 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 35 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $24.93 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 34 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.26 per fill, versus $20.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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. Burch wrote 33 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $246.82 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 32 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $607.07 per fill, versus $597.16 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
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. Burch wrote 31 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.46 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
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. Burch wrote 31 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $11.17 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 30 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $8.57 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 29 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.37 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 28 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.74 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 27 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.04 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 27 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.67 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 27 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.40 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 27 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $58.95 per fill, versus $37.76 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 26 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $19.10 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 25 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.85 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 24 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.39 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 24 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.17 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
Glipizide 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. Burch wrote 23 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.41 per fill, versus $10.86 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 23 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.09 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 23 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.75 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 22 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.02 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 22 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $9.70 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $19.01 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 22 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.27 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 21 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.98 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 21 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.37 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
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. Burch wrote 21 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $596.85 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 21 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 42% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $26.92 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 20 prescriptions for Fluocinonide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $19.66 per fill, versus $39.72 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
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. Burch wrote 20 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.55 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 20 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $37.66 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 19 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $42.28 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
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 18 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $19.54 per fill, versus $22.82 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $13.85 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 18 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $60.41 per fill, versus $29.58 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 18 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $17.58 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 18 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $17.14 per fill, versus $16.38 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 17 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $16.75 per fill, versus $37.33 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 17 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $29.89 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 17 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.01 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 16 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $21.51 per fill, versus $43.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 16 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.33 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 15 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.97 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 14 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.79 per fill, versus $4.49 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 14 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.01 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 medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 14 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $35.04 per fill, versus $38.94 statewide.
Volume reflects 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. Burch wrote 14 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.42 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 14 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $11.12 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
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. Burch wrote 13 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $18.68 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
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. Burch wrote 13 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $101.39 per fill, versus $113.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.56 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $26.77 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $15.95 per fill, versus $12.47 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
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. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 16% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $402.41 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
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. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.67 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $46.15 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
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. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.45 per fill, versus $13.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 12 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $37.81 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.75 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 a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $38.40 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
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. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $11.67 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.32 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
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. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $19.16 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $28.74 per fill, versus $28.64 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $42.82 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 20% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $23.97 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.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Nano Pen Needle, about 42% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.12 per fill, versus $57.26 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
Liraglutide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Burch wrote 11 prescriptions for Victoza 2-Pak, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $657.38 per fill, versus $665.12 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. Burch’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Burch prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Burch's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (268), Levothyroxine Sodium (224) and Amlodipine Besylate (161).
How does Dr. Burch's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 98 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Burch prescribes 14 more often than the typical California prescriber, 23 about as often and 61 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Burch 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.
