INGRID GONZALEZ M.D
Prescription History 1396939708
General Practice in Hormigueros, PR
What does Dr. Gonzalez prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Gonzalez wrote 10,118 Medicare prescriptions for 152 medications. The most prescribed was Gabapentin, with 536 prescriptions for 74 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. Gonzalez prescribes.
Medications 152 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 Puerto Rico prescribers.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 536 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $6.06 per fill, versus $9.88 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 513 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $7.25 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 429 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (337). Medicare paid $10.37 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 360 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $5.61 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 360 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (247). Medicare paid $9.88 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 320 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (233). Medicare paid $55.76 per fill, versus $76.31 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 272 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $8.49 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 271 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (158). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 256 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $10.59 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 242 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $7.24 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 230 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $6.34 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 210 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $3.85 per fill, versus $5.10 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 199 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $10.09 per fill, versus $15.32 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 169 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $10.63 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 167 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $6.28 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 166 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $13.21 per fill, versus $15.37 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 163 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 88% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $15.76 per fill, versus $12.35 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 160 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $5.12 per fill, versus $7.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 157 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $19.12 per fill, versus $11.86 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 145 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $6.25 per fill, versus $5.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 141 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $5.25 per fill, versus $8.48 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 125 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $9.09 per fill, versus $7.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 116 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 69% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (168). Medicare paid $8.18 per fill, versus $9.16 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 111 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $20.04 per fill, versus $17.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 100 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $79.22 per fill, versus $105.17 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 99 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (250). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 98 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $8.37 per fill, versus $8.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 94 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $23.23 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 93 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $18.99 per fill, versus $26.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 93 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $4.00 per fill, versus $4.51 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 89 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $17.04 per fill, versus $16.47 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 86 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.39 per fill, versus $6.89 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 86 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $16.30 per fill, versus $24.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 81 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 81 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (130). Medicare paid $9.87 per fill, versus $10.15 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 77 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $12.11 per fill, versus $16.14 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 76 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $5.52 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 75 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 90% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $5.59 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 75 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $9.83 per fill, versus $12.44 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 68 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $7.01 per fill, versus $6.72 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 68 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $21.44 per fill, versus $23.90 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 66 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $5.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 64 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $13.52 per fill, versus $23.14 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 64 prescriptions for Levoxyl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $28.03 per fill, versus $37.84 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 60 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $8.56 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 60 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $543.19 per fill, versus $735.76 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 59 prescriptions for Humalog, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $82.67 per fill, versus $126.60 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 58 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 86% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $526.48 per fill, versus $747.42 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 57 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.73 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 57 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $11.44 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 56 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 80% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $9.94 per fill, versus $9.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 55 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $12.44 per fill, versus $17.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 55 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $11.50 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 54 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.42 per fill, versus $23.38 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 52 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $14.45 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 50 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $585.43 per fill, versus $782.35 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 47 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $8.10 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 45 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $6.25 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 44 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (157). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $12.94 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 43 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $5.08 per fill, versus $8.50 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 40 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 64% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $704.64 per fill, versus $847.15 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 38 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $17.21 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 37 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $43.73 per fill, versus $43.35 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 37 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $10.01 per fill, versus $8.12 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 36 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $7.48 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 36 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.58 per fill, versus $19.06 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 36 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $28.26 per fill, versus $35.08 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 34 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.54 per fill, versus $22.27 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 34 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $9.66 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 33 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $10.21 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 32 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $32.31 per fill, versus $30.10 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 combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 32 prescriptions for Janumet, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $575.19 per fill, versus $779.20 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 31 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 86% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $23.12 per fill, versus $32.46 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 31 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $19.33 per fill, versus $20.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 31 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $28.48 per fill, versus $33.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 30 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $18.13 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 30 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $571.97 per fill, versus $774.22 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 29 prescriptions for Brilinta, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $453.62 per fill, versus $565.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 29 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $7.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 28 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 63% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $14.47 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 27 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $7.88 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 26 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $52.27 per fill, versus $47.49 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 25 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $48.52 per fill, versus $49.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 24 prescriptions for Betamethasone Dipropionate, about 70% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $62.42 per fill, versus $50.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 24 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $7.40 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 23 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.17 per fill, versus $8.95 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 19% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $32.13 per fill, versus $22.15 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $13.60 per fill, versus $17.57 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
Linagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Jentadueto, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $571.44 per fill, versus $668.09 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.49 per fill, versus $9.79 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $10.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $28.05 per fill, versus $16.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clorazepate is used to treat anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 21 prescriptions for Clorazepate Dipotassium, about 60% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $68.14 per fill, versus $93.38 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 21 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $5.45 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 20 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.02 per fill, versus $9.96 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
Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 20 prescriptions for Lumigan, about 17% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $327.01 per fill, versus $276.25 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $21.63 per fill, versus $26.52 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $90.91 per fill, versus $96.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Desonide, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $35.00 per fill, versus $53.23 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $8.77 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.43 per fill, versus $10.61 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 tension headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 18 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $27.29 per fill, versus $20.38 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
Cefprozil is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 18 prescriptions for Cefprozil, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $29.12 per fill, versus $26.13 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.22 per fill, versus $16.23 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
Calcium acetate is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Calcium Acetate, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $64.86 per fill, versus $91.90 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $10.44 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Humulin 70-30, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $98.26 per fill, versus $106.01 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 combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.23 per fill, versus $4.37 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 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $9.06 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
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 21% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $15.27 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $56.25 per fill, versus $30.51 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $8.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Candesartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $103.56 per fill, versus $136.06 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 diabetes medication is a combination of 2 drugs (glipizide and metformin).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide-Metformin, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $33.85 per fill, versus $68.26 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $20.13 per fill, versus $23.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a diet supplement used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Levocarnitine, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $71.31 per fill, versus $132.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $6.69 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.63 per fill, versus $11.20 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $40.13 per fill, versus $18.95 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 open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 14% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $49.58 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 bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Januvia, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $575.80 per fill, versus $859.90 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
Linagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Jentadueto Xr, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $509.00 per fill, versus $641.25 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
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 24% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.87 per fill, versus $15.60 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $7.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat minor pain, itching, swelling, and discomfort caused by hemorrhoids and other problems of the anal area (such as anal fissures, itching).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Procto-Med Hc, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $8.98 per fill, versus $27.79 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.30 per fill, versus $5.37 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.11 per fill, versus $27.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 11% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $8.38 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Phenobarbital, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $32.77 per fill, versus $30.26 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $28.96 per fill, versus $15.62 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
This medication is used with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound infections in patients with serious burns.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Ssd, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.17 per fill, versus $37.04 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $20.85 per fill, versus $34.60 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
Fosinopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Fosinopril Sodium, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $17.41 per fill, versus $23.96 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $10.19 per fill, versus $13.06 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 10% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $11.02 per fill, versus $14.12 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 relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.15 per fill, versus $13.49 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Primidone, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.62 per fill, versus $25.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $34.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Advocate Syringes, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $68.95 per fill, versus $57.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Advocate Syringes, about 60% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $56.98 per fill, versus $60.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Advocate Syringes, about 42% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $79.28 per fill, versus $57.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 13% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $5.24 per fill, versus $10.61 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.57 per fill, versus $36.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 18% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $20.43 per fill, versus $30.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Canagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Invokana, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $600.80 per fill, versus $692.43 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 23% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $10.03 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
Nateglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Nateglinide, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $22.17 per fill, versus $59.27 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 15% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $16.12 per fill, versus $53.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 24% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $13.65 per fill, versus $13.49 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
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Synjardy, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $616.23 per fill, versus $718.30 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
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $78.71 per fill, versus $94.30 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. Gonzalez’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Gonzalez prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Gonzalez's most prescribed medications were Gabapentin (536), Famotidine (513) and Atorvastatin Calcium (429).
How does Dr. Gonzalez's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 152 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Gonzalez prescribes 32 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 28 about as often and 92 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Gonzalez 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 Puerto Rico 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.
