KELLY SWEENEY CLEMENTS M.D.
Prescription History 1366483646
Otolaryngology in Baton Rouge, LA

NPI Status: Active since June 09, 2006

Contact Information

7373 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA
ZIP 70808
Phone: (225) 769-4044

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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 KELLY SWEENEY CLEMENTS M.D., an active Otolaryngology specialist practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 463 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Fluticasone Propionate, which accounts for 151 claims alone.


Azelastine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Azelastine HclSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 35.7
Days Supply 1,070
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,818
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $564.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.39

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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 65
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.3
Peer Average Days Supply284
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $95.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.67

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 semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Cefdinir

Generic Formulation: CefdinirSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 223
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.0
Peer Average Days Supply308
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $502.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.52

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 third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 151
30-Day Fills 280.0
Days Supply 8,398
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills106.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,170
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 139.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,113.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.70

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.

Clinical Summary

A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Ipratropium Bromide

Generic Formulation: Ipratropium BromideSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 56
30-Day Fills 73.7
Days Supply 1,924
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,413
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,442.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.05

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 muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic.

Therapeutic Applications

Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor.

Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 114
30-Day Fills 258.0
Days Supply 7,687
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills87.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,603
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 142.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,744.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.25

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

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Levocetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). If your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use levocetirizine in place of your epinephrine.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 120
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.5
Peer Average Days Supply240
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $123.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.83

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 PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 550
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.7
Peer Average Days Supply422
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $175.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.49

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.

Clinical Summary

A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Ofloxacin

Generic Formulation: OfloxacinSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.1
Days Supply 315
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills78.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,625
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $324.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.40

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 synthetic fluoroquinolone antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA GYRASE, halting DNA REPLICATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 108
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.3
Peer Average Days Supply954
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $40.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.72

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

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 KELLY SWEENEY CLEMENTS M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Baton Rouge, LA.

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 **Otolaryngology** 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.