DR. BLANCA ZOE RODRIGUEZ MD
Prescription History 1376936799
Internal Medicine in Miami, FL
What does Dr. Rodriguez prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Rodriguez wrote 3,755 Medicare prescriptions for 81 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 240 prescriptions for 108 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. Rodriguez prescribes.
Medications 81 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 Florida 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 240 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $5.43 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 237 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $12.14 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 179 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $8.87 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 161 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $2.51 per fill, versus $5.82 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 125 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $2.90 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 122 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $2.49 per fill, versus $6.26 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 121 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $2.19 per fill, versus $4.16 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 118 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $15.28 per fill, versus $32.05 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 114 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 72% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $10.37 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 100 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $25.42 per fill, versus $28.99 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 100 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $12.94 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 85 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.75 per fill, versus $7.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 82 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $9.05 per fill, versus $14.90 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 79 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $10.46 per fill, versus $13.67 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 74 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.52 per fill, versus $12.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 74 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,288.31 per fill, versus $1,101.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 70 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $2.44 per fill, versus $7.43 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 63 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $7.49 per fill, versus $12.84 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 59 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $3.90 per fill, versus $11.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 57 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $34.36 per fill, versus $19.64 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 55 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $5.68 per fill, versus $4.97 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 54 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $1.90 per fill, versus $3.86 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 54 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 51 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $1,006.79 per fill, versus $915.40 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 51 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $2.18 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 49 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.69 per fill, versus $5.26 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 48 prescriptions for Temazepam, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.35 per fill, versus $9.95 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 46 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $3.74 per fill, versus $6.69 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 42 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $3.62 per fill, versus $10.00 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 39 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.05 per fill, versus $7.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 38 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $2.96 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 36 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.24 per fill, versus $9.46 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 35 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,200.07 per fill, versus $988.08 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 32 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $6.65 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 31 prescriptions for Vascepa, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $568.95 per fill, versus $541.26 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
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.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 30 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.60 per fill, versus $7.40 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $2.55 per fill, versus $5.08 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $6.63 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 28 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $4.10 per fill, versus $8.57 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 fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 28 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $28.05 per fill, versus $26.10 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 27 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $14.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $83.24 per fill, versus $125.10 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 23 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $11.00 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 23 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.37 per fill, versus $19.53 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 22 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.27 per fill, versus $17.57 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $909.03 per fill, versus $985.63 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $38.85 per fill, versus $26.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $12.61 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $13.13 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.26 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Linzess, about 60% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $905.14 per fill, versus $817.26 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 depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $2.04 per fill, versus $8.89 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.22 per fill, versus $14.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.84 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $16.91 per fill, versus $27.35 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.34 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $21.49 per fill, versus $25.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $49.45 per fill, versus $67.43 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 control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $199.48 per fill, versus $294.54 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 medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.17 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 17 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $12.37 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.39 per fill, versus $15.27 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $16.34 per fill, versus $19.51 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.10 per fill, versus $4.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $21.92 per fill, versus $20.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $1.59 per fill, versus $8.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $15.92 per fill, versus $10.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $21.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 28% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $12.40 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.21 per fill, versus $13.92 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 29% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $8.42 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 21% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $16.98 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 skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $27.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $128.86 per fill, versus $82.75 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.97 per fill, versus $17.00 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $55.46 per fill, versus $26.72 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.85 per fill, versus $19.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Janumet, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $654.00 per fill, versus $923.30 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 7% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $10.64 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $9.63 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $23.43 per fill, versus $28.81 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. Rodriguez’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Rodriguez prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Rodriguez's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (240), Rosuvastatin Calcium (237) and Losartan Potassium (179).
How does Dr. Rodriguez's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 81 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Rodriguez prescribes 7 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 19 about as often and 55 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Rodriguez 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 Florida 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.
