LUTHER FRANK CHANDLER MD
Prescription History 1437123726
Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, TN

NPI Status: Active since February 14, 2006

Contact Information

4411 OAKWOOD DR
CHATTANOOGA, TN
ZIP 37416
Phone: (423) 892-4289
Fax: (423) 553-1839

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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 LUTHER FRANK CHANDLER MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Our medical registry currently tracks 6 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 102 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Quetiapine Fumarate, which accounts for 28 claims alone.

Medication Index


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.1
Days Supply 422
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims146.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills348.1
Peer Average Days Supply10,234
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 90.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $92.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.52

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.

Divalproex Sodium

Generic Formulation: Divalproex SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.1
Days Supply 362
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,698
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,171.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$97.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.48

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 fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Donepezil Hcl

Generic Formulation: Donepezil HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 350
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills109.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,907
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $90.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.00

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

Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Lacosamide

Generic Formulation: LacosamideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 360
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,041
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $368.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$304.30

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 acetamide derivative that acts as a blocker of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. It is used as an anticonvulsant, for adjunctive or monotherapy, in the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES.

Therapeutic Applications

Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures. It is an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.1
Days Supply 362
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims116.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills267.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,878
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $76.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.98

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,041
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills88.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,383
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $479.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.62

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

A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

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 LUTHER FRANK CHANDLER MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Chattanooga, TN.

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 **Internal Medicine** 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.