JOSEPH DELLAVALLA MD
Prescription History 1386684439
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine in Berlin, NH

NPI Status: Active since June 07, 2006

Contact Information

59 PAGE HILL RD
BERLIN, NH
ZIP 03570
Phone: (603) 752-2200
Fax: (603) 326-5832

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for JOSEPH DELLAVALLA MD, an active Sleep Medicine specialist practicing in Berlin, NH. Our medical registry currently tracks 11 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 301 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Gabapentin, which accounts for 61 claims alone.


Armodafinil

Generic Formulation: ArmodafinilSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 510
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.7
Peer Average Days Supply751
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $350.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$131.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzhydryl acetamide compound, central nervous system stimulant, and CYP3A4 inducing agent that is used in the treatment of NARCOLEPSY and SLEEP WAKE DISORDERS.

Therapeutic Applications

Armodafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea). It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours if you have a work schedule that keeps you from having a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder). This medication does not cure these sleep disorders and may not get rid of all your sleepiness. Armodafinil does not take the place of getting enough sleep. It should not be used to treat tiredness or hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. It is not known how armodafinil works to keep you awake. It is thought to work by affecting certain substances in the brain that control the sleep/wake cycle.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 854
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,579
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $461.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine

Generic Formulation: Dextroamphetamine/AmphetamineSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,078
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $596.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.40

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder.

Doxepin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Doxepin HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,320
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.7
Peer Average Days Supply833
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 71.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,462.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$207.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$71.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Eszopiclone

Generic Formulation: EszopicloneSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.5
Peer Average Days Supply599
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $859.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyridine, pyrazine, and piperazine derivative that is used as a HYPNOTIC AND SEDATIVE in the treatment of INSOMNIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Eszopiclone belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 61
30-Day Fills 101.0
Days Supply 3,015
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills111.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,248
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $728.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Mirtazapine

Generic Formulation: MirtazapineSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 393
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,649
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $732.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.33

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Pramipexole Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Pramipexole Di-HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,410
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,118
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 52.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $541.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.17

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Ramelteon

Generic Formulation: RamelteonSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.4
Peer Average Days Supply576
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 61.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,336.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$115.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$143.34

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you fall asleep faster so you can get a full night's rest. Sleep is important for your ability to function, think clearly, and remain alert. Lack of sleep can cause problems such as depression, heart disease and accidents. Getting enough sleep allows your mind and body to repair itself and increases your energy throughout the day. Ramelteon works like a natural substance called melatonin that is produced by your body. It helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm).

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,980
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,807
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $628.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.77

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Zolpidem Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Zolpidem TartrateSpecialty: Sleep Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 586
NH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,354
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $178.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.39

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like JOSEPH DELLAVALLA MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Berlin, NH.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Sleep Medicine** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.