CLARICE HANKS KONSHOK MD
Prescription History 1437106986
Family Medicine in Saint Cloud, MN
What does Dr. Konshok prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Konshok wrote 1,220 Medicare prescriptions for 47 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 178 prescriptions for 45 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. Konshok prescribes.
Medications 47 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 178 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $13.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 65 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $8.62 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 61 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $18.18 per fill, versus $12.27 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 47 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $13.93 per fill, versus $14.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 44 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $7.28 per fill, versus $10.89 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 40 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 72% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $19.75 per fill, versus $15.09 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 35 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 81% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $38.46 per fill, versus $37.48 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 35 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $19.10 per fill, versus $13.23 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 34 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 82% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $977.57 per fill, versus $1,040.12 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 33 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $21.28 per fill, versus $17.84 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 33 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 26% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 33 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.80 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 31 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $7.23 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 31 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 29% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $21.02 per fill, versus $17.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 24 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.23 per fill, versus $11.47 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 24 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $11.68 per fill, versus $17.09 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 23 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,004.10 per fill, versus $1,265.25 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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 20 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $251.85 per fill, versus $166.73 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 20 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.57 per fill, versus $17.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 19 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 26% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $8.14 per fill, versus $6.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 19 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $23.06 per fill, versus $27.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 19 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $18.20 per fill, versus $11.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 18 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $18.72 per fill, versus $14.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 18 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $147.80 per fill, versus $124.57 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 18 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.40 per fill, versus $20.90 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
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 18 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 21% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $11.14 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 17 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 26% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $1,648.46 per fill, versus $925.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 16 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 32% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.90 per fill, versus $13.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $21.18 per fill, versus $16.49 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.10 per fill, versus $15.85 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
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 16 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.29 per fill, versus $11.24 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 15 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 27% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.08 per fill, versus $8.69 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 14 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.38 per fill, versus $15.46 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.51 per fill, versus $14.19 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.94 per fill, versus $10.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 13 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $14.80 per fill, versus $16.80 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 32% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $9.69 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 13 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.31 per fill, versus $10.28 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 12 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $10.03 per fill, versus $23.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 12 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.46 per fill, versus $11.92 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $14.86 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 12 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $62.41 per fill, versus $68.71 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 11 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 27% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.59 per fill, versus $9.53 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 11 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.00 per fill, versus $14.82 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.59 per fill, versus $15.81 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 11 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 17% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.89 per fill, versus $12.72 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Konshok wrote 11 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.99 per fill, versus $13.43 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. Konshok’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Konshok prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Konshok's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (178), Amlodipine Besylate (65) and Losartan Potassium (61).
How does Dr. Konshok's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 47 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Konshok prescribes 4 about as often than the typical Minnesota prescriber and 43 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Konshok 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 Minnesota 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.
