DR. STANLEY R MICHALSKI M.D.
Prescription History 1386649721
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Williamsville, NY
What does Dr. Michalski prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Michalski wrote 4,632 Medicare prescriptions for 102 medications. The most prescribed was Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (hydrocodone/acetaminophen), with 486 prescriptions for 64 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. Michalski prescribes.
Medications 102 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 New York prescribers.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 486 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 8.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $25.44 per fill, versus $20.88 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 402 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 8.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.95 per fill, versus $4.12 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
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 218 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $22.00 per fill, versus $24.43 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 186 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $12.94 per fill, versus $6.94 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 178 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $36.02 per fill, versus $34.33 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 122 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $16.95 per fill, versus $13.15 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 120 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $7.99 per fill, versus $6.16 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 120 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $12.10 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 91 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $11.48 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 85 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $27.37 per fill, versus $25.37 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 80 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.06 per fill, versus $7.09 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 79 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.82 per fill, versus $10.29 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 79 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $22.80 per fill, versus $12.77 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 74 prescriptions for Oxycontin, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $859.00 per fill, versus $822.09 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 72 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.74 per fill, versus $31.16 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 71 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $7.76 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 68 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $7.91 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 66 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $26.55 per fill, versus $23.60 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 62 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $16.20 per fill, versus $15.52 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 60 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.45 per fill, versus $4.40 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 symptoms of dry mouth due to a certain immune disease (Sjogren's syndrome).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 56 prescriptions for Cevimeline Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $138.03 per fill, versus $149.05 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 54 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $24.33 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 50 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $7.83 per fill, versus $4.82 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 46 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $22.19 per fill, versus $17.60 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 46 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $20.27 per fill, versus $10.10 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 45 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $821.10 per fill, versus $874.81 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 44 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $7.13 per fill, versus $4.36 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 44 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 75% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.56 per fill, versus $6.87 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
This medication is used alone or in combination with an immunosuppressant (such as methotrexate) to treat certain types of arthritis (such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic, and ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 43 prescriptions for Enbrel Sureclick, about 90% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7,653.56 per fill, versus $8,323.54 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 43 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $14.12 per fill, versus $14.37 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 42 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $15.47 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
This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's defense system (immune system) fails to recognize the body as itself and attacks the healthy tissues around the joints.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 42 prescriptions for Leflunomide, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $55.72 per fill, versus $60.46 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
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 41 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $65.65 per fill, versus $36.24 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 40 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $21.50 per fill, versus $22.91 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 38 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 68% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $6.31 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 36 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $25.81 per fill, versus $169.32 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 36 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $89.06 per fill, versus $69.95 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 35 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $5.66 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 33 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.40 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 33 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $67.90 per fill, versus $11.37 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 33 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $13.88 per fill, versus $11.79 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 symptoms of dry mouth due to a certain immune disease (Sjogren's syndrome) or from saliva gland damage due to radiation treatments of the head/neck for cancer.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 33 prescriptions for Pilocarpine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $77.92 per fill, versus $59.84 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
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 33 prescriptions for Prolia, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,745.86 per fill, versus $1,687.03 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 31 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.80 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 31 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $10.91 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 30 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $27.19 per fill, versus $14.99 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 29 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 84% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.35 per fill, versus $30.46 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 28 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.09 per fill, versus $7.68 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 28 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $14.73 per fill, versus $9.47 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 25 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $16.17 per fill, versus $8.04 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 24 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $13.78 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 23 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $7.11 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 23 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $7.58 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
Sulfasalazine is used to treat a certain type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 22 prescriptions for Sulfasalazine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $23.33 per fill, versus $23.25 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 22 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $802.05 per fill, versus $832.82 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 20 prescriptions for Lyrica, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $856.90 per fill, versus $709.08 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 20 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.54 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 19 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $28.93 per fill, versus $33.48 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 19 prescriptions for Buprenorphine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $265.44 per fill, versus $246.31 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 19 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $7.82 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
Fenofibrate 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 19 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 75% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.18 per fill, versus $30.41 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 18 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.46 per fill, versus $15.20 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 18 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $21.14 per fill, versus $25.74 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 18 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $24.15 per fill, versus $13.04 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 18 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,317.62 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 18 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $9.55 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 17 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.51 per fill, versus $3.65 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
This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's own defense system (immune system) attacks healthy tissue.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 16 prescriptions for Orencia Clickject, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5,924.98 per fill, versus $6,239.17 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 15 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $10.34 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $21.19 per fill, versus $12.76 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 15 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.38 per fill, versus $5.43 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
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 14 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $86.55 per fill, versus $125.40 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 14 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.27 per fill, versus $26.33 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 with other medications to treat certain types of lupus.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 13 prescriptions for Benlysta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $4,494.81 per fill, versus $4,735.34 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 13 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $21.19 per fill, versus $11.69 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 13 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $20.45 per fill, versus $15.17 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Belsomra, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $422.39 per fill, versus $425.98 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 combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $41.49 per fill, versus $28.24 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
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.80 per fill, versus $11.99 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
This medication is used alone or in combination with an immunosuppressant (such as methotrexate) to treat certain types of arthritis (such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic, and ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Enbrel, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $7,445.96 per fill, versus $8,155.91 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Humalog, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $195.42 per fill, versus $231.63 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $31.22 per fill, versus $19.76 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.84 per fill, versus $31.52 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 short-term to treat symptoms of anxiety and nervousness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Meprobamate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $152.80 per fill, versus $274.82 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
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $6.98 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $50.77 per fill, versus $80.78 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
This medication is a combination of probenecid and colchicine.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Probenecid-Colchicine, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $17.94 per fill, versus $52.70 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.89 per fill, versus $18.83 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Topamax, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $370.77 per fill, versus $1,541.05 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
Tofacitinib is used to treat certain types of arthritis (such as psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 12 prescriptions for Xeljanz Xr, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5,331.45 per fill, versus $6,532.16 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $20.24 per fill, versus $18.89 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $16.13 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
Enoxaparin is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Enoxaparin Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $397.38 per fill, versus $147.17 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
Metolazone is a "water pill" (diuretic) that increases the amount of urine you make, which causes your body to get rid of excess water.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Metolazone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $48.34 per fill, versus $20.20 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $406.01 per fill, versus $630.56 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $18.81 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 rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's own defense system (immune system) attacks healthy tissue.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Orencia, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $5,043.97 per fill, versus $4,968.80 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 types of arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis of the spine, psoriatic arthritis), certain bowel diseases (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), and a certain severe skin disease (chronic plaque psoriasis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Remicade, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $8,379.41 per fill, versus $6,686.67 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
Upadacitinib is used to treat certain types of arthritis (such as psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis- pJIA).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Rinvoq, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6,251.88 per fill, versus $7,250.52 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 skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $15.21 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
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Xtampza Er, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $356.08 per fill, versus $688.73 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Michalski wrote 11 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $24.55 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. Michalski’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Michalski prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Michalski's most prescribed medications were Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (486), Prednisone (402) and Methotrexate (218).
How does Dr. Michalski's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 102 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Michalski prescribes 17 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 21 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Michalski 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 New York 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.
