TARA DENISE GUTIERREZ DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Prescription History 1407335607
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Laredo, TX
What does Tara Gutierrez prescribe?
In 2024, Tara Gutierrez wrote 745 Medicare prescriptions for 36 medications. The most prescribed was Azithromycin, with 46 prescriptions for 43 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 Tara Gutierrez prescribes.
Medications 36 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 Texas prescribers.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 46 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.15 per fill, versus $4.63 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 44 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.84 per fill, versus $17.96 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 42 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $7.30 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 34 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 19% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $5.32 per fill, versus $9.48 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 33 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.80 per fill, versus $5.46 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 31 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 32% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $11.73 per fill, versus $15.87 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.20 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 25 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.02 per fill, versus $4.11 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 25 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 32% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 24 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 22 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $20.68 per fill, versus $5.32 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $17.89 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 21 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 14% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $9.87 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 20 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.13 per fill, versus $17.75 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 20 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $11.71 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 20 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $3.88 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 18 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 14% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $6.07 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 18 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $12.46 per fill, versus $10.85 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 17 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 15% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $8.26 per fill, versus $9.74 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 17 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $10.82 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 17 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $7.22 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 17 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 17% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $14.00 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 16 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $29.71 per fill, versus $28.56 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 16 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $18.99 per fill, versus $37.83 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 16 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 21% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $2.59 per fill, versus $5.09 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 15 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 14% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $7.09 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 14 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,319.13 per fill, versus $1,092.03 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $762.55 per fill, versus $840.42 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 14 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1.44 per fill, versus $3.54 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 overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 13 prescriptions for Gemtesa, about 21% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $696.81 per fill, versus $655.77 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 12 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 23% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,075.35 per fill, versus $1,267.11 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $2.75 per fill, versus $12.56 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 12 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 18% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $935.00 per fill, versus $1,293.82 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 11 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 24% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $19.90 per fill, versus $16.04 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 11 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.03 per fill, versus $10.45 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
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 Texas prescribers
Tara Gutierrez wrote 11 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 18% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.35 per fill, versus $8.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Tara Gutierrez’s prescriptions
What does Tara Gutierrez prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Tara Gutierrez's most prescribed medications were Azithromycin (46), Naproxen (44) and Ibuprofen (42).
How does Tara Gutierrez's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 36 medications with a state comparison, Tara Gutierrez prescribes 1 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 3 about as often and 32 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Tara Gutierrez 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 Texas 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.
