SARAH E HARDESTY APRN
Prescription History 1417618489
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Louisville, KY
What does Sarah Hardesty prescribe?
In 2024, Sarah Hardesty wrote 811 Medicare prescriptions for 28 medications. The most prescribed was Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er (desvenlafaxine succinate), with 81 prescriptions for 14 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 Sarah Hardesty prescribes.
Medications 28 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 Kentucky prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 81 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about 3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $90.37 per fill, versus $68.23 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 Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 64 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $14.08 per fill, versus $19.33 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 56 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $30.54 per fill, versus $15.50 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 55 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $4.71 per fill, versus $7.28 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 anxiety.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 54 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $15.65 per fill, versus $12.98 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, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 51 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $7.62 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 38 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 78% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.32 per fill, versus $17.50 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $35.03 per fill, versus $12.73 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 29 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $297.87 per fill, versus $225.94 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 29 prescriptions for Vraylar, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,621.79 per fill, versus $1,459.14 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 27 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $8.71 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 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 Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 26 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 69% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $95.39 per fill, versus $78.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 26 prescriptions for Risperidone, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.77 per fill, versus $12.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 23 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 41% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $4.53 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 20 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 12% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $11.88 per fill, versus $10.38 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 depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.73 per fill, versus $19.24 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 18 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 41% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $9.49 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 beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 18 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $12.92 per fill, versus $15.40 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 17 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 41% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.19 per fill, versus $11.25 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 schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 17 prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $2,647.67 per fill, versus $3,082.24 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 16 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $28.77 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.06 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $60.27 per fill, versus $50.21 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 13 prescriptions for Carbamazepine Er, about 61% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $37.46 per fill, versus $100.37 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 depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 26% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $4.80 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 depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 13 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $22.17 per fill, versus $22.98 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
Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 12 prescriptions for Atomoxetine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $89.36 per fill, versus $109.16 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
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Sarah Hardesty wrote 12 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $18.57 per fill, versus $15.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Sarah Hardesty’s prescriptions
What does Sarah Hardesty prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Sarah Hardesty's most prescribed medications were Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er (81), Duloxetine Hcl (64) and Quetiapine Fumarate (56).
How does Sarah Hardesty's prescribing compare with other Kentucky prescribers?
Of the 28 medications with a state comparison, Sarah Hardesty prescribes 1 more often than the typical Kentucky prescriber, 7 about as often and 20 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Sarah Hardesty 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 Kentucky 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.
