DR. JAMES A GLEASON MD
Prescription History 1437123767
Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA
What does Dr. Gleason prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Gleason wrote 10,561 Medicare prescriptions for 148 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 884 prescriptions for 234 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. Gleason prescribes.
Medications 148 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 884 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $11.74 per fill, versus $12.25 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 814 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 7.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $11.66 per fill, versus $11.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 680 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $6.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 369 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 354 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $9.83 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 351 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $5.90 per fill, versus $4.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 346 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $12.46 per fill, versus $10.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 309 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $7.55 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 305 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $8.60 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 284 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.94 per fill, versus $14.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 226 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 6.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.80 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 211 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $9.23 per fill, versus $7.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 188 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 187 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $14.31 per fill, versus $17.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 163 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $993.12 per fill, versus $796.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 138 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.27 per fill, versus $7.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 130 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $12.24 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
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 129 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $16.32 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 128 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $2.86 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 121 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $21.14 per fill, versus $15.71 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 117 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $12.90 per fill, versus $11.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 112 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.33 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 112 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $10.05 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 102 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.57 per fill, versus $12.67 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 100 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,085.96 per fill, versus $952.57 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 97 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $8.85 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 93 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.82 per fill, versus $8.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 90 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $9.32 per fill, versus $14.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 88 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.74 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 88 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $3.33 per fill, versus $5.46 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 88 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $2.87 per fill, versus $4.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 85 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.64 per fill, versus $23.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 82 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $32.02 per fill, versus $32.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 76 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $9.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 76 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.49 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 75 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.58 per fill, versus $11.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 74 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.43 per fill, versus $14.69 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 71 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $14.22 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 69 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $15.66 per fill, versus $12.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 64 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $474.04 per fill, versus $496.30 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 64 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $13.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 64 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $16.40 per fill, versus $27.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 58 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $23.70 per fill, versus $22.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 55 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $640.95 per fill, versus $791.09 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 53 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.92 per fill, versus $26.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 51 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1.99 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 50 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,296.25 per fill, versus $1,230.71 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 46 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 45 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $2.83 per fill, versus $7.03 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 44 prescriptions for Valsartan, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $25.47 per fill, versus $31.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 43 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $24.48 per fill, versus $29.71 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 42 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.44 per fill, versus $7.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 39 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.51 per fill, versus $21.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 39 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 70% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $23.79 per fill, versus $17.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 39 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $15.84 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 38 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $72.82 per fill, versus $61.27 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 37 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3.53 per fill, versus $6.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 36 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $14.94 per fill, versus $13.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 35 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $4.60 per fill, versus $8.05 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 33 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.77 per fill, versus $12.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 32 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $51.72 per fill, versus $20.95 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 32 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $66.62 per fill, versus $65.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 31 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $18.67 per fill, versus $26.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 30 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $22.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 30 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $861.01 per fill, versus $877.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 29 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $13.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 27 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $10.39 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 anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 26 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 26 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2.05 per fill, versus $5.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 26 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $23.85 per fill, versus $14.62 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 26 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,471.77 per fill, versus $843.01 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 25 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $14.47 per fill, versus $26.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 25 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $9.99 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 25 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $56.82 per fill, versus $26.46 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 24 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $3.88 per fill, versus $18.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 24 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $36.33 per fill, versus $30.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 24 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 75% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.44 per fill, versus $22.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 24 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.98 per fill, versus $20.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 75% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $229.24 per fill, versus $164.89 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 23 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 64% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.24 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 23 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $88.05 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 23 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.08 per fill, versus $6.85 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 22 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $117.08 per fill, versus $113.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 83% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 21 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1.51 per fill, versus $2.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 21 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $573.36 per fill, versus $554.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 21 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.77 per fill, versus $7.12 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.90 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 20 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1.55 per fill, versus $5.49 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 20 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $44.65 per fill, versus $28.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 20 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 83% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $29.31 per fill, versus $22.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 19 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 70% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.23 per fill, versus $8.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 19 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $161.38 per fill, versus $206.90 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 19 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $16.67 per fill, versus $31.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $26.31 per fill, versus $25.57 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 19 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 87% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $29.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 19 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 70% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $75.05 per fill, versus $42.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 18 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 65% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $27.29 per fill, versus $40.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 18 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.89 per fill, versus $11.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 18 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 17 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.89 per fill, versus $25.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 17 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $157.78 per fill, versus $70.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 16 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $16.72 per fill, versus $35.25 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $17.41 per fill, versus $14.46 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 16 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1.50 per fill, versus $4.09 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $24.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $37.15 per fill, versus $45.83 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Jantoven, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $12.89 per fill, versus $8.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $42.06 per fill, versus $53.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.61 per fill, versus $46.14 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,074.13 per fill, versus $1,230.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 85% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $285.88 per fill, versus $54.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to make the urine less acidic.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Potassium Citrate Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $96.21 per fill, versus $92.49 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
Repaglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 15 prescriptions for Repaglinide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.00 per fill, versus $37.24 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 14 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.20 per fill, versus $16.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 14 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.48 per fill, versus $6.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 23% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.95 per fill, versus $16.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.13 per fill, versus $62.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 24% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1.14 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.55 per fill, versus $19.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $14.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.44 per fill, versus $13.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Phenobarbital, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $35.61 per fill, versus $28.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Ramipril, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $12.48 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $12.62 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $721.54 per fill, versus $654.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 13 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Original Pen Needle, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $64.56 per fill, versus $75.03 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.93 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $48.74 per fill, versus $30.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Creon, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,276.36 per fill, versus $1,739.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $15.41 per fill, versus $22.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Indapamide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $15.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,383.43 per fill, versus $866.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $109.57 per fill, versus $92.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.22 per fill, versus $13.89 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Phenytoin, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $18.21 per fill, versus $28.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 12 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.78 per fill, versus $25.69 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Olmesartan, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $45.99 per fill, versus $57.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $27.23 per fill, versus $26.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.90 per fill, versus $7.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Entresto, about 21% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,576.48 per fill, versus $966.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used if you have had certain types of irregular heartbeat (paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation) in the past but now have a normal heart rhythm.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Multaq, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1,207.48 per fill, versus $1,147.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $0.92 per fill, versus $163.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 23% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.15 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1.69 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Gleason wrote 11 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $197.16 per fill, versus $295.11 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. Gleason’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Gleason prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Gleason's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (884), Losartan Potassium (814) and Amlodipine Besylate (680).
How does Dr. Gleason's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 148 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Gleason prescribes 37 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 37 about as often and 74 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Gleason 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 Pennsylvania 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.
