DR. ALFREDO VARGAS MD
Prescription History 1396753521
Internal Medicine in Pueblo, CO
What does Dr. Vargas prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Vargas wrote 4,018 Medicare prescriptions for 84 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 414 prescriptions for 102 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. Vargas prescribes.
Medications 84 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 Colorado 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 414 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $10.23 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 310 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.19 per fill, versus $7.63 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 205 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $7.19 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 199 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $4.98 per fill, versus $8.79 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 158 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $29.52 per fill, versus $29.84 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 144 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $19.73 per fill, versus $16.00 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 117 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.41 per fill, versus $5.34 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 105 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $15.80 per fill, versus $19.34 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 103 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $9.87 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 96 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $7.89 per fill, versus $14.96 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 93 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $14.93 per fill, versus $13.40 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 88 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (132). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $10.98 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 83 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.11 per fill, versus $14.34 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 82 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.86 per fill, versus $13.38 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 79 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,856.07 per fill, versus $1,278.09 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 78 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.48 per fill, versus $22.47 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 70 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3.74 per fill, versus $12.38 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 70 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $6.60 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 57 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $30.98 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 45 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $4.86 per fill, versus $7.75 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 45 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $11.84 per fill, versus $21.02 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 44 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $17.34 per fill, versus $20.08 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 44 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $9.94 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 43 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.94 per fill, versus $17.25 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 41 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.99 per fill, versus $10.79 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 41 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $14.41 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 39 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $8.63 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 37 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $3.94 per fill, versus $11.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 37 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $936.64 per fill, versus $707.65 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 36 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $24.59 per fill, versus $16.82 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 35 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $14.55 per fill, versus $15.82 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 34 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 78% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $10.02 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 33 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.58 per fill, versus $14.28 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 32 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $12.20 per fill, versus $17.22 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $31.66 per fill, versus $33.10 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 81% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $1,046.59 per fill, versus $1,010.65 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 29 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $9.56 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 29 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 63% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $31.96 per fill, versus $27.81 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 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 26 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 60% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,049.50 per fill, versus $913.88 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 25 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 87% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $172.60 per fill, versus $138.76 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 25 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 65% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.25 per fill, versus $5.27 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 24 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $59.33 per fill, versus $69.04 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 anxiety.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.19 per fill, versus $16.84 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 61% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.77 per fill, versus $38.05 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 74% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $13.01 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 78% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1,232.43 per fill, versus $1,007.96 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 61% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1,284.84 per fill, versus $1,237.91 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 21 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $12.13 per fill, versus $13.59 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 20 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 85% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.18 per fill, versus $15.70 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 20 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 81% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.16 per fill, versus $13.68 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 72% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $9.15 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.46 per fill, versus $20.80 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $8.92 per fill, versus $21.21 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 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $46.36 per fill, versus $247.27 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.47 per fill, versus $13.85 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 28% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $913.62 per fill, versus $971.58 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $23.08 per fill, versus $28.63 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $9.72 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $284.34 per fill, versus $245.17 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.22 per fill, versus $9.01 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 15 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 36% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.89 per fill, versus $22.40 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 35% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.37 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 38% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $35.08 per fill, versus $54.74 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $22.63 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $25.68 per fill, versus $35.82 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
Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Minoxidil, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.65 per fill, versus $12.82 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.15 per fill, versus $20.37 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 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $211.90 per fill, versus $346.03 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.41 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.23 per fill, versus $10.70 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $166.93 per fill, versus $110.53 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.60 per fill, versus $14.57 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.70 per fill, versus $14.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $8.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about 82% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $3.01 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 prevent gout and gouty arthritis.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Probenecid, about 85% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $23.00 per fill, versus $60.43 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 treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 41% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $33.75 per fill, versus $27.48 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 treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1.87 per fill, versus $24.06 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 vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Boostrix Tdap, about 10% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $69.39 per fill, versus $60.21 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
Exenatide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Bydureon Bcise, about 77% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $2,042.30 per fill, versus $866.69 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.32 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $20.29 per fill, versus $26.79 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 29% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $1,651.37 per fill, versus $1,287.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 19% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $5.00 per fill, versus $8.96 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. Vargas’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Vargas prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Vargas's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (414), Lisinopril (310) and Amlodipine Besylate (205).
How does Dr. Vargas's prescribing compare with other Colorado prescribers?
Of the 84 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Vargas prescribes 19 more often than the typical Colorado prescriber, 27 about as often and 38 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Vargas 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 Colorado 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.
