SHELDON R BURNS M.D.
Prescription History 1386674521
Family Medicine in Edina, MN
What does Dr. Burns prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Burns wrote 3,985 Medicare prescriptions for 87 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 242 prescriptions for 70 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. Burns prescribes.
Medications 87 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 Minnesota prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 242 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $11.01 per fill, versus $13.32 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 180 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $16.92 per fill, versus $13.23 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 163 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $18.99 per fill, versus $14.15 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 156 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.50 per fill, versus $9.39 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 148 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.71 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 147 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $8.62 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 129 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $17.34 per fill, versus $12.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 109 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $6.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 105 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.05 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 96 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.12 per fill, versus $7.28 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 91 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $17.47 per fill, versus $14.95 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 90 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.99 per fill, versus $9.69 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 89 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.64 per fill, versus $5.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 88 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $14.74 per fill, versus $17.09 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 86 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $11.95 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 80 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.18 per fill, versus $6.66 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 71 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 88% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $19.34 per fill, versus $17.84 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 71 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $16.46 per fill, versus $17.32 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 69 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $6.95 per fill, versus $6.10 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 64 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.37 per fill, versus $12.16 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 62 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.72 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 56 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.73 per fill, versus $15.81 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
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Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 55 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $20.31 per fill, versus $16.80 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 53 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 81% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $1,229.01 per fill, versus $925.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 52 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.96 per fill, versus $13.43 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 50 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $25.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 43 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 85% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.51 per fill, versus $13.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 42 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 67% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $22.00 per fill, versus $20.82 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 42 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,066.35 per fill, versus $993.37 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 40 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $15.99 per fill, versus $12.12 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 39 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $16.56 per fill, versus $11.47 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 39 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.88 per fill, versus $10.89 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 39 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $12.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 39 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 88% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,337.44 per fill, versus $1,265.25 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 38 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.46 per fill, versus $14.19 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 38 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.54 per fill, versus $6.46 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 35 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 79% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $8.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 34 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 78% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $25.36 per fill, versus $37.48 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 33 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.28 per fill, versus $7.35 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 33 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.39 per fill, versus $11.24 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 used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $5.05 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 30 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $25.54 per fill, versus $28.25 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 30 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $5.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 30 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 80% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $23.84 per fill, versus $21.20 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 29 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.25 per fill, versus $8.69 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 28 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.41 per fill, versus $17.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 28 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.33 per fill, versus $15.09 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 27 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 65% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $16.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 27 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $113.78 per fill, versus $124.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 26 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $31.96 per fill, versus $28.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 25 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.78 per fill, versus $22.56 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 24 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $7.04 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 20 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.83 per fill, versus $25.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 20 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.46 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 20 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $20.51 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 20 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $19.14 per fill, versus $14.48 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 20 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $10.28 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 19 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $11.84 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 19 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.38 per fill, versus $10.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 18 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $37.67 per fill, versus $40.43 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 medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 18 prescriptions for Testosterone, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $256.13 per fill, versus $193.38 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 17 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.67 per fill, versus $14.01 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 17 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $19.82 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 15 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $5.25 per fill, versus $9.24 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 15 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.94 per fill, versus $8.36 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 15 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $17.73 per fill, versus $25.39 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 15 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 62% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.57 per fill, versus $23.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 14 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.01 per fill, versus $20.12 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 14 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $219.16 per fill, versus $235.44 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 14 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $29.67 per fill, versus $17.02 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 14 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $94.45 per fill, versus $75.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 14 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $8.72 per fill, versus $11.65 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 13 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $22.57 per fill, versus $52.38 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
Lovastatin 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 13 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.20 per fill, versus $13.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 12 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $11.47 per fill, versus $12.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.35 per fill, versus $10.50 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 12 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about 72% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $22.65 per fill, versus $83.58 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $1,690.59 per fill, versus $846.01 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 as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $32.92 per fill, versus $36.60 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 treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 12 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $38.15 per fill, versus $75.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $15.58 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.87 per fill, versus $39.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $14.24 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.18 per fill, versus $15.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Er, about 62% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $33.58 per fill, versus $87.13 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycontin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $803.79 per fill, versus $622.47 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Burns wrote 11 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $221.93 per fill, versus $192.60 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. Burns’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Burns prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Burns's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (242), Levothyroxine Sodium (180) and Omeprazole (163).
How does Dr. Burns's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 87 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Burns prescribes 18 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 20 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Burns 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 Minnesota 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.
