ANDREW J MCDOWELL PA-C
Prescription History 1376947432
Physician Assistant - Medical in New Haven, CT

NPI Status: Active since October 18, 2014

Contact Information

1 LONG WHARF DR
SUIT 212
NEW HAVEN, CT
ZIP 06511
Phone: (203) 624-4208
Fax: (203) 624-4301

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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 ANDREW J MCDOWELL PA-C, an active Medical specialist practicing in New Haven, CT. Our medical registry currently tracks 45 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 5,009 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Oxycodone Hcl, which accounts for 700 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 308
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.1
Peer Average Days Supply335
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.7% 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 $176.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.93

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

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,256
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.3% 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 $258.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.70

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

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 104
30-Day Fills 112.3
Days Supply 3,321
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,322
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 188.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,058.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.80

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.

Clinical Summary

A GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Buprenorphine

Generic Formulation: BuprenorphineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 43
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,204
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,081
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 $17,784.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$413.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$330.30

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain). Buprenorphine 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. The higher strengths of this drug (7.5, 10, 15, or 20 micrograms per hour patches) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate amounts of opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if used by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Buprenorphine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,354
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.4
Peer Average Days Supply612
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 84.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,259.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$67.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$59.16

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

Buprenorphine is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain. Buprenorphine 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. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Buprenorphine-Naloxone

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 79
30-Day Fills 79.0
Days Supply 2,273
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,152
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 49.1% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,325.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$181.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$203.22

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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it.

Carisoprodol

Generic Formulation: CarisoprodolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.6
Peer Average Days Supply647
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 $533.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.30

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 acting skeletal muscle relaxant whose mechanism of action is not completely understood but may be related to its sedative actions. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1202)

Therapeutic Applications

Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,292
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.2% 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 $128.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.88

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 pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Chlorzoxazone

Generic Formulation: ChlorzoxazoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 795
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.8
Peer Average Days Supply625
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,343.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$245.19

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

A centrally acting central muscle relaxant with sedative properties. It is claimed to inhibit muscle spasm by exerting an effect primarily at the level of the spinal cord and subcortical areas of the brain. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoea, 30th ed, p1202)

Therapeutic Applications

Chlorzoxazone is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 107
30-Day Fills 118.0
Days Supply 3,319
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply883
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 234.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,266.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.96

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

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Diazepam

Generic Formulation: DiazepamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 262
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply693
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.7% 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 $46.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.35

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 with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 46.9
Days Supply 884
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.6
Peer Average Days Supply978
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 $1,581.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.90

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 199
30-Day Fills 299.0
Days Supply 8,955
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,333
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 362.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,591.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.12

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.

Fentanyl

Generic Formulation: FentanylSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 273
30-Day Fills 273.0
Days Supply 7,558
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.9
Peer Average Days Supply806
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 841.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $24,999.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$127.42

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 potent narcotic analgesic, abuse of which leads to habituation or addiction. It is primarily a mu-opioid agonist. Fentanyl is also used as an adjunct to general anesthetics, and as an anesthetic for induction and maintenance. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1078)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). Fentanyl 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. Do not use the patch form of fentanyl to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 352
30-Day Fills 452.1
Days Supply 13,496
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,058
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 402.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,861.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.17

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.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 315
30-Day Fills 315.0
Days Supply 8,796
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.8
Peer Average Days Supply877
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 615.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,100.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.75

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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Hydromorphone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydromorphone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 94
30-Day Fills 94.0
Days Supply 2,583
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills13.0
Peer Average Days Supply269
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 623.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,520.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$508.68

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 opioid analgesic made from MORPHINE and used mainly as an analgesic. It has a shorter duration of action than morphine.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Hydromorphone 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.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 790
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.0
Peer Average Days Supply588
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 $293.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.85

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Lactulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 230
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.8
Peer Average Days Supply629
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.7% 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 $185.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.02

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.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution.

Levetiracetam

Generic Formulation: LevetiracetamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 58
30-Day Fills 82.2
Days Supply 2,466
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,095
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 $1,713.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.46

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 pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have.

Lidocaine

Generic Formulation: LidocaineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,002
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.9
Peer Average Days Supply820
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 30.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,646.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$77.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$145.54

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 local anesthetic and cardiac depressant used as an antiarrhythmia agent. Its actions are more intense and its effects more prolonged than those of PROCAINE but its duration of action is shorter than that of BUPIVACAINE or PRILOCAINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

Lubiprostone

Generic Formulation: LubiprostoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.2
Peer Average Days Supply748
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 $3,300.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$165.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$353.05

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

Member of a bicyclic fatty acid class of compounds derived from PROSTAGLANDIN E1 involved in chloride channel gating.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation). Chronic idiopathic constipation has an unknown cause and is not due to diet, other diseases, or drugs. Lubiprostone is also used to treat constipation caused by opioid medications in people with ongoing pain due to medical conditions other than cancer. This medication may improve symptoms such as bloating and abdominal discomfort, improve stool texture, lessen the need to strain, and decrease the feeling of not completely relieving oneself. Lubiprostone belongs to a class of drugs known as chloride channel activators. It works by increasing the amount of fluid within your intestines, making the passage of stool easier.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,710
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,774
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 $177.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.08

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 benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methadone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Methadone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 304
30-Day Fills 304.0
Days Supply 8,637
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,072
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 660.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,949.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.24

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 opioid that is used as the hydrochloride. It is an opioid analgesic that is primarily a mu-opioid agonist. It has actions and uses similar to those of MORPHINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1082-3)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat addiction to opioids (such as heroin) as part of an approved treatment program. Methadone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 51.0
Days Supply 1,360
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply566
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 51.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $794.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.60

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 acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Methylphenidate Hcl

Generic Formulation: Methylphenidate HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.8
Peer Average Days Supply663
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.0% 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 $107.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.70

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.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 123
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.3
Peer Average Days Supply260
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.5% 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 $158.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.85

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.

Morphine Sulfate

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 130
30-Day Fills 130.0
Days Supply 3,736
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.7
Peer Average Days Supply607
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 348.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,174.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.20

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 principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. Morphine 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.

Morphine Sulfate Er

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 323
30-Day Fills 330.0
Days Supply 9,520
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,270
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 617.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,585.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.37

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

The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. Morphine 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.

Nortriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nortriptyline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,171
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 $322.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.06

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 mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Nucynta

Generic Formulation: Tapentadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.6
Peer Average Days Supply510
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.9% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $36,865.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,474.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,197.44

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 opioid analgesic, MU OPIOID RECEPTOR agonist, and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain, and of pain associated with DIABETIC NEUROPATHIES.

Therapeutic Applications

Tapentadol is used to help relieve moderate to severe short-term pain (such as pain from an injury or after surgery). It 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.

Nucynta Er

Generic Formulation: Tapentadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills15.7
Peer Average Days Supply417
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 $18,049.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,504.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$994.53

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 opioid analgesic, MU OPIOID RECEPTOR agonist, and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain, and of pain associated with DIABETIC NEUROPATHIES.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve ongoing severe pain. Tapentadol is an opioid pain reliever. It acts on certain centers in the brain to give you pain relief. Tapentadol may also be used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 160
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.9
Peer Average Days Supply253
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% 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 $298.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.75

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 competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 700
30-Day Fills 701.0
Days Supply 19,718
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.9
Peer Average Days Supply929
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,328.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18,452.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.74

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.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 549
30-Day Fills 550.8
Days Supply 15,611
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.7
Peer Average Days Supply982
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,068.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,738.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.94

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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Oxycontin

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 244
30-Day Fills 244.0
Days Supply 7,060
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.3
Peer Average Days Supply865
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 639.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $174,976.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$717.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$791.15

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

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). 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. The higher strengths of this drug (more than 40 milligrams per tablet) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate to large amounts of an opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if taken by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use the extended-release form of oxycodone to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Oxymorphone Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Oxymorphone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 533
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.1
Peer Average Days Supply661
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 $8,727.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$436.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$733.19

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 opioid analgesic with actions and uses similar to those of MORPHINE, apart from an absence of cough suppressant activity. It is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain, including pain in obstetrics. It may also be used as an adjunct to anesthesia. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1092)

Therapeutic Applications

Oxymorphone extended-release is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain. It belongs to a class of drugs known as long-acting opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Do not use the extended-release form of oxymorphone to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 116.0
Days Supply 3,375
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,256
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 167.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,423.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$92.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.32

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 gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Primidone

Generic Formulation: PrimidoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,628
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.5% 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 $255.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.04

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 barbiturate derivative that acts as a GABA modulator and anti-epileptic agent. It is partly metabolized to PHENOBARBITAL in the body and owes some of its actions to this metabolite.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your risk for a possibly life-threatening condition of frequent, repeated seizures. Primidone belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate anticonvulsants. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 74
30-Day Fills 78.0
Days Supply 2,305
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,132
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $933.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.68

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 dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Savella

Generic Formulation: Milnacipran HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.3
Peer Average Days Supply571
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% 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 $6,185.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$562.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$597.32

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 cyclopropanecarboxamide serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that is used in the treatment of FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Milnacipran is used to treat pain caused by a condition called fibromyalgia that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and supporting tissues. This medication is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 134
30-Day Fills 170.0
Days Supply 4,908
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,224
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 262.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,895.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.35

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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 159
30-Day Fills 163.0
Days Supply 4,496
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.3
Peer Average Days Supply832
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 269.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,247.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.18

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol 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.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 83.0
Days Supply 2,475
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills109.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,071
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 $352.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.90

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.

Xtampza Er

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone MyristateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 74
30-Day Fills 74.0
Days Supply 2,132
CT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.3
Peer Average Days Supply857
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 124.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $49,865.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$673.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$746.68

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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). 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. Higher doses of this drug (more than 36 milligrams per dose or 72 milligrams per day) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate to large amounts of an opioid medication. These doses may cause overdose (even death) if taken by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use the extended-release form of oxycodone to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

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 ANDREW J MCDOWELL PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within New Haven, 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 **Medical** 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.