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DR. ERICH MERTENSMEYER D.O.
Prescription History 1396861498
Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery in Springfield, MO

NPI Status: Active since March 21, 2007

Contact Information

1229 E SEMINOLE ST
STE 520
SPRINGFIELD, MO
ZIP 65804
Phone: (417) 820-5750
Fax: (417) 820-5066

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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 DR. ERICH MERTENSMEYER D.O., an active Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery specialist practicing in Springfield, MO. Our medical registry currently tracks 6 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 335 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Azelastine Hcl, which accounts for 169 claims alone.

Medication Index

Azelastine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Azelastine HclSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 169
30-Day Fills 272.5
Days Supply 8,115
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,358
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 428.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,930.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.03

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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 120
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.2
Peer Average Days Supply491
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $176.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.72

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 109
30-Day Fills 166.0
Days Supply 4,980
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,019
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 81.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,674.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.09

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 STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 34
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims108.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,082
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $57.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.05

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 161
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.0
Peer Average Days Supply419
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $131.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.13

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Xhance

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
MO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.4
Peer Average Days Supply488
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,154.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$810.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$758.93

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

Clinical Summary

A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

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 DR. ERICH MERTENSMEYER D.O. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Springfield, MO.

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 **Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery** 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.