DR. BRUCE L FLAX M.D.
Prescription History 1366462640
Radiology - Radiation Oncology in Winchester, VA


Quality Rating: 86.34 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since July 20, 2006

Contact Information

400 CAMPUS BLVD.
SUITE 110
WINCHESTER, VA
ZIP 22601
Phone: (540) 662-1108
Fax: (540) 722-2635

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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 DR. BRUCE L FLAX M.D., an active Radiation Oncology specialist practicing in Winchester, VA. Our medical registry currently tracks 5 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 115 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 59 claims alone.

Medication Index

No matching medications currently found on file.

Lidocaine Hcl Viscous

Generic Formulation: Lidocaine HclSpecialty: Radiation Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 168
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.5
Peer Average Days Supply160
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $469.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.81

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to stop itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor burns, eczema, insect bites) and to treat minor discomfort and itching caused by hemorrhoids and certain other problems of the genital/anal area (such as anal fissures, itching around the vagina/rectum). Some forms of this medication are also used to decrease discomfort or pain during certain medical procedures/exams (such as sigmoidoscopy, cystoscopy). Lidocaine is a local anesthetic that works by causing temporary numbness/loss of feeling in the skin and mucous membranes.

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Radiation Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.3
Days Supply 240
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,260
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $52.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.65

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.

Memantine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Memantine HclSpecialty: Radiation Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 345
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,029
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $394.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.96

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

Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Radiation Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 113
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,123
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $197.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.37

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 semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Radiation Oncology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 117.0
Days Supply 3,510
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills166.8
Peer Average Days Supply4,953
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $653.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.15

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.

Therapeutic Applications

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

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 DR. BRUCE L FLAX M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Winchester, VA.

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 **Radiation Oncology** 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.