PRAMILA NATHAN M.D.
Prescription History 1366441933
Psychiatry & Neurology - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Milford, CT

NPI Status: Active since July 18, 2005

Contact Information

204 CHERRY ST
PSYCHOTHERAPY CENTER FOR CHILDREN ADULTS AND FAMILIES
MILFORD, CT
ZIP 06460
Phone: (203) 876-0545
Fax: (203) 876-0814

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for PRAMILA NATHAN M.D., an active Child & Adolescent Psychiatry specialist practicing in Milford, CT. Our medical registry currently tracks 17 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 386 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Alprazolam, which accounts for 55 claims alone.


Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 1,991
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,811
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $419.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.87

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Benztropine Mesylate

Generic Formulation: Benztropine MesylateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,230
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,686
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $325.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.04

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE. Benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine.

Therapeutic Applications

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). Benztropine belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. Benztropine should not be used by children younger than 3 years.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 930
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,288
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $382.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.70

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Citalopram Hbr

Generic Formulation: Citalopram HydrobromideSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 960
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,877
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $168.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.56

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia.

Therapeutic Applications

Citalopram is used to treat depression. It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 982
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,693
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $324.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.19

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,333
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $929.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.29

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 64.7
Days Supply 1,925
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,583
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,385.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.97

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,614
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,970
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $157.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.15

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,058
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $185.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.37

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,156
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $362.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.61

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,950
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,381
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $504.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.66

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.

Methylphenidate Hcl

Generic Formulation: Methylphenidate HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.8
Peer Average Days Supply663
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,525.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.49

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills.

Paroxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Paroxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,494
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $308.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.69

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression.

Rexulti

Generic Formulation: BrexpiprazoleSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.7
Peer Average Days Supply767
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18,536.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,544.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,605.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression). Brexpiprazole helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). In addition, this medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Brexpiprazole is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,470
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills104.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,057
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $211.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.12

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,440
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills109.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,071
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $228.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.38

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Xanax

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.3
Peer Average Days Supply378
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $20,125.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,677.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$585.81

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like PRAMILA NATHAN M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Milford, CT.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Child & Adolescent Psychiatry** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.