SHABNAM GUPTA M.D.
Prescription History 1427097039
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Livingston, NJ

NPI Status: Active since June 06, 2006

Contact Information

22 OLD SHORT HILLS RD STE 212
LIVINGSTON, NJ
ZIP 07039
Phone: (973) 994-4550
Fax: (973) 994-7085

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for SHABNAM GUPTA M.D., an active Nephrology specialist practicing in Livingston, NJ. Our medical registry currently tracks 36 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,201 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Amlodipine Besylate, which accounts for 116 claims alone.


Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 86.0
Days Supply 2,580
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills99.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,968
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $322.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.24

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

Clinical Summary

A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 116
30-Day Fills 315.3
Days Supply 9,413
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims154.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills369.0
Peer Average Days Supply10,977
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $879.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.32

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

Clinical Summary

A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Amlodipine-Olmesartan

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine Bes/Olmesartan MedSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,797
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $587.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$88.11

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

Clinical Summary

A sulfonic acid-based naphthylazo dye used as a coloring agent for foodstuffs and medicines and as a dye and chemical indicator. It was banned by the FDA in 1976 for use in foods, drugs, and cosmetics. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications: amlodipine and olmesartan. They both work by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB).

Amlodipine-Valsartan

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine Besylate/ValsartanSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,738
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,231.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$171.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$90.17

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

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of amlodipine and valsartan that is used for the treatment of HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications: amlodipine and valsartan. They both work by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB).

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 116.7
Days Supply 3,500
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims195.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills476.2
Peer Average Days Supply14,166
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $421.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.76

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Calcitriol

Generic Formulation: CalcitriolSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 91.0
Days Supply 2,730
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,435
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,201.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.14

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

Clinical Summary

The physiologically active form of vitamin D. It is formed primarily in the kidney by enzymatic hydroxylation of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (CALCIFEDIOL). Its production is stimulated by low blood calcium levels and parathyroid hormone. Calcitriol increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, and in concert with parathyroid hormone increases bone resorption.

Therapeutic Applications

Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Most people get enough vitamin D from exposure to the sun and from fortified food products (such as dairy products, vitamins). Vitamin D helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals (such as calcium, phosphorus) that are needed for building and keeping strong bones. Before regular vitamin D can be used by the body, it needs to be changed to the active form by the liver and kidneys. Calcitriol is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium/phosphorus/parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually used along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications.

Calcium Acetate

Generic Formulation: Calcium AcetateSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 52.3
Days Supply 1,570
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,190
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,423.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$105.25

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

Therapeutic Applications

Calcium acetate is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Dialysis removes some phosphate from your blood, but it is difficult to remove enough to keep your phosphate levels balanced. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels. Calcium acetate is a natural mineral that works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 132.0
Days Supply 3,960
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills148.1
Peer Average Days Supply4,393
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $626.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.16

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

Clinical Summary

A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Cinacalcet Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cinacalcet HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 62.3
Days Supply 1,870
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,094
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,601.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$266.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$581.84

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

Therapeutic Applications

Cinacalcet is used to treat increased amounts of a certain hormone (parathyroid) in people with long-term kidney disease who are on dialysis. It is also used to treat increased amounts of calcium in people with an overactive parathyroid gland or in people with cancer of the parathyroid gland. Cinacalcet works by decreasing the amount of parathyroid hormone, calcium, and phosphorus in your body. Having the right amount of these substances in your body helps to prevent bone disease.

Clonidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clonidine HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 86.8
Days Supply 2,587
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,563
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $465.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.08

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Farxiga

Generic Formulation: Dapagliflozin PropanediolSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 99
30-Day Fills 175.0
Days Supply 5,228
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,165
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 160.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $100,027.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,010.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,069.79

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Febuxostat

Generic Formulation: FebuxostatSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 73.8
Days Supply 2,164
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,177
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 72.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,375.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$205.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$187.34

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

Clinical Summary

A thiazole derivative and inhibitor of XANTHINE OXIDASE that is used for the treatment of HYPERURICEMIA in patients with chronic GOUT.

Therapeutic Applications

Febuxostat is used to lower uric acid levels in people with gout. Febuxostat works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. An increased uric acid level can cause gout. Because of the risk of very serious heart-related problems and stroke with febuxostat (see also Warning section), febuxostat should be used only after treatment with a medication called allopurinol did not work to lower your uric acid level, caused serious side effects, or is not recommended by your doctor. Febuxostat should be used only if you have symptoms caused by a high blood uric acid level.

Fludrocortisone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Fludrocortisone AcetateSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,332
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.4
Peer Average Days Supply760
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 76.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $634.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.14

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

Therapeutic Applications

Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body. It is used along with other medications (such as hydrocortisone) to treat low glucocorticoid levels caused by disease of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency, salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome). Glucocorticoids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal. They are also needed to break down carbohydrates in your diet.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 153.3
Days Supply 4,569
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills145.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,215
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 25.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $517.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.17

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

Clinical Summary

A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 56.3
Days Supply 1,690
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills109.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,196
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $212.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.31

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

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 117.0
Days Supply 3,509
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,268
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,022.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.61

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

Therapeutic Applications

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 72.0
Days Supply 2,160
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims69.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills175.9
Peer Average Days Supply5,256
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $328.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.76

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

Clinical Summary

A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Irbesartan

Generic Formulation: IrbesartanSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills84.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,522
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $286.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.98

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

Clinical Summary

A spiro compound, biphenyl and tetrazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION, and in the treatment of kidney disease.

Therapeutic Applications

Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Irbesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Kerendia

Generic Formulation: FinerenoneSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,800
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,708
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39,855.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,285.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,021.41

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

Therapeutic Applications

Finerenone is used by people with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease to lower the risk of dialysis, death from heart disease, heart attacks, and the need to go to the hospital for heart failure. It works by blocking a chemical (aldosterone) in your body which in turn lowers the amount of sodium and water the body retains.

Labetalol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Labetalol HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,412
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $987.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$82.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.58

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

Therapeutic Applications

Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is both an alpha blocker and beta blocker. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 57.0
Days Supply 1,710
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims137.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills322.9
Peer Average Days Supply9,570
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 85.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $234.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.75

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

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims82.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills201.3
Peer Average Days Supply5,992
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $243.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.29

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

Clinical Summary

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 98
30-Day Fills 255.7
Days Supply 7,632
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills253.8
Peer Average Days Supply7,565
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,528.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.95

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

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Losartan/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 1,140
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,892
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $370.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.01

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

Therapeutic Applications

This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water.

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 113.0
Days Supply 3,368
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills243.9
Peer Average Days Supply7,260
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $246.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.93

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

Clinical Summary

A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 47.7
Days Supply 1,430
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims119.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills294.8
Peer Average Days Supply8,786
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $386.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.31

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Midodrine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Midodrine HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.8
Peer Average Days Supply947
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,503.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$100.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.39

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. This condition is also known as orthostatic hypotension. Midodrine is used in people whose daily activities are severely affected by this condition, even after other treatments are used (such as support stockings). It is known as a sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) that acts on the blood vessels to raise blood pressure.

Ozempic

Generic Formulation: SemaglutideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 59.8
Days Supply 1,724
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,221
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $55,156.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,060.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,497.75

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

Therapeutic Applications

Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,650
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,629
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $342.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.13

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

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 1,050
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills88.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,541
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,631.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$279.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.24

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

Clinical Summary

A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics.

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,646
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $64.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.62

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

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Rybelsus

Generic Formulation: SemaglutideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,288
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $20,039.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,054.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,506.41

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

Therapeutic Applications

Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment.

Sevelamer Carbonate

Generic Formulation: Sevelamer CarbonateSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 80.0
Days Supply 2,400
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,685
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 27.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $24,531.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$533.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$291.46

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

Clinical Summary

A polymeric amine that binds phosphate and is used to treat HYPERPHOSPHATEMIA in patients with kidney disease.

Therapeutic Applications

Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Dialysis removes some phosphate from your blood, but it is difficult to remove enough to keep your phosphate levels balanced. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels. Sevelamer works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 63.3
Days Supply 1,900
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills192.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,691
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $468.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.95

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

Therapeutic Applications

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Trulicity

Generic Formulation: DulaglutideSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 19.3
Days Supply 566
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,216
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $20,179.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,441.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,490.75

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment.

Valsartan

Generic Formulation: ValsartanSpecialty: Nephrology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 56.0
Days Supply 1,680
NJ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,090
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NJ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,143.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.02

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

Clinical Summary

A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like SHABNAM GUPTA M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Livingston, NJ.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Nephrology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.