DR. RAFAEL CARTAYA MD
Prescription History 1417616632
General Practice in Miami, FL
What does Dr. Cartaya prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Cartaya wrote 6,782 Medicare prescriptions for 129 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 481 prescriptions for 111 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. Cartaya prescribes.
Medications 129 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 Florida prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 481 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $19.10 per fill, versus $9.21 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 305 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $22.63 per fill, versus $14.90 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 257 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $274.41 per fill, versus $915.40 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 216 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $11.79 per fill, versus $8.87 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 211 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $10.07 per fill, versus $8.89 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 208 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $9.40 per fill, versus $5.88 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 202 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $5.82 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 185 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 179 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.08 per fill, versus $11.00 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 157 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $6.26 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 150 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $16.21 per fill, versus $12.84 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 141 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $23.35 per fill, versus $16.41 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 133 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $27.88 per fill, versus $19.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 132 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 83% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $15.59 per fill, versus $10.37 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 132 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $13.51 per fill, versus $11.88 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 126 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $12.40 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 126 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 83% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $17.85 per fill, versus $12.14 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 117 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $12.79 per fill, versus $10.93 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 113 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $24.34 per fill, versus $26.04 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 107 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.79 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 103 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $6.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 96 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.99 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 88 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $7.89 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 80 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $23.43 per fill, versus $13.24 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 80 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $52.84 per fill, versus $33.66 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 75 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $35.96 per fill, versus $38.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 75 prescriptions for Januvia, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $317.38 per fill, versus $988.08 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 73 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.98 per fill, versus $14.74 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 72 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $20.33 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 71 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $61.94 per fill, versus $27.35 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 71 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $45.14 per fill, versus $19.72 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 69 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $16.06 per fill, versus $14.44 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, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 59 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.41 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 57 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $17.51 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 54 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $17.96 per fill, versus $13.86 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 product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 53 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $30.95 per fill, versus $30.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 52 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $21.08 per fill, versus $27.54 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 50 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 75% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.34 per fill, versus $12.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 47 prescriptions for Entresto, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $377.41 per fill, versus $1,082.46 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
Valbenazine is used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 43 prescriptions for Ingrezza, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $6,547.47 per fill, versus $7,748.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 42 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $76.10 per fill, versus $27.52 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 40 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $8.69 per fill, versus $5.87 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 40 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $66.78 per fill, versus $132.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 39 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 87% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $302.35 per fill, versus $951.72 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 35 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $20.55 per fill, versus $10.00 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 33 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 75% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $312.16 per fill, versus $985.63 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 33 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $53.17 per fill, versus $159.52 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 31 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $19.63 per fill, versus $6.23 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 31 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $57.34 per fill, versus $74.56 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 30 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $78.30 per fill, versus $268.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 30 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.24 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 30 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $5.05 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 28 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $30.88 per fill, versus $57.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 28 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $397.30 per fill, versus $1,101.06 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 27 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $71.92 per fill, versus $29.34 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 27 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.84 per fill, versus $6.63 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 27 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $3.86 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 27 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $4.25 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 26 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $30.86 per fill, versus $24.35 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.63 per fill, versus $10.11 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 26 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $16.36 per fill, versus $7.31 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 25 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $52.82 per fill, versus $52.49 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 24 prescriptions for Fiasp Flextouch, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $210.87 per fill, versus $602.93 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 24 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.38 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 24 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 24% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $7.84 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
Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 23 prescriptions for Cyproheptadine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $26.00 per fill, versus $18.20 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 23 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $52.22 per fill, versus $16.98 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 23 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 83% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $23.92 per fill, versus $18.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 22 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $48.22 per fill, versus $74.50 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 21 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.65 per fill, versus $9.18 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 anemia (low red blood cell count) in people with long-term serious kidney disease (chronic kidney failure), people receiving zidovudine to treat HIV, and people receiving chemotherapy for some types of cancer (cancer that does
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 21 prescriptions for Retacrit, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $219.43 per fill, versus $608.04 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 20 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $15.87 per fill, versus $12.29 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.38 per fill, versus $42.20 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
Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Budesonide, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $105.81 per fill, versus $173.90 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $72.67 per fill, versus $7.95 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.93 per fill, versus $7.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $19.22 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $9.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Norvir, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $269.14 per fill, versus $289.79 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 19 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $822.94 per fill, versus $1,258.36 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 18 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.69 per fill, versus $6.61 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 18 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $28.67 per fill, versus $30.77 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 18 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 17 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 19% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $33.40 per fill, versus $25.71 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
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 17 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $26.35 per fill, versus $27.43 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 17 prescriptions for Novolog, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $80.92 per fill, versus $262.26 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.01 per fill, versus $5.26 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $43.22 per fill, versus $26.58 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $41.55 per fill, versus $25.97 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Gemtesa, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $228.27 per fill, versus $735.00 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Lantus, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $72.94 per fill, versus $133.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Paliperidone Er, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $329.19 per fill, versus $182.50 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
Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $194.26 per fill, versus $199.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This solution is used to supply water and salt (sodium chloride) to the body.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 16 prescriptions for Sodium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.72 per fill, versus $25.10 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 15 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $11.95 per fill, versus $7.31 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 15 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about 76% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $29.17 per fill, versus $28.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 15 prescriptions for Synjardy Xr, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $306.80 per fill, versus $947.10 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 15 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $21.75 per fill, versus $11.77 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 15 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 89% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $101.60 per fill, versus $40.66 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
Alogliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Alogliptin, about 28% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $109.16 per fill, versus $146.87 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 15% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $5.08 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $10.25 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $19.13 per fill, versus $13.11 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $120.82 per fill, versus $114.66 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $22.13 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
This product is used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 14 prescriptions for Santyl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $485.41 per fill, versus $971.84 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 13 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.70 per fill, versus $19.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 13 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.76 per fill, versus $11.85 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
Meropenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 13 prescriptions for Meropenem, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $297.09 per fill, versus $209.88 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
Piperacillin/tazobactam is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 13 prescriptions for Piperacillin-Tazobactam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $293.22 per fill, versus $200.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 24% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $53.28 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $19.86 per fill, versus $9.46 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $86.33 per fill, versus $236.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $30.74 per fill, versus $27.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.58 per fill, versus $26.98 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 certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Otezla, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $1,908.80 per fill, versus $4,965.17 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 12% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $28.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $111.37 per fill, versus $202.09 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
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $18.11 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 control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 12 prescriptions for Primidone, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.70 per fill, versus $23.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluphenazine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $190.14 per fill, versus $140.89 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $39.64 per fill, versus $29.95 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 anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $6.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $115.44 per fill, versus $65.27 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
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Novolin R, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $57.11 per fill, versus $98.76 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $48.56 per fill, versus $55.78 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Prezista, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $1,352.50 per fill, versus $1,952.36 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Silver Sulfadiazine, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $21.24 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
Dolutegravir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Cartaya wrote 11 prescriptions for Tivicay, about 20% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $2,238.54 per fill, versus $2,397.55 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. Cartaya’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Cartaya prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Cartaya's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (481), Gabapentin (305) and Eliquis (257).
How does Dr. Cartaya's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 129 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Cartaya prescribes 33 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 22 about as often and 74 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Cartaya 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 Florida 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.
