JOANNA ACOSTA
Prescription History 1437620283
Physician Assistant in Covina, CA


Quality Rating: 75 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since December 05, 2018

Contact Information

236 W COLLEGE ST
COVINA, CA
ZIP 91723
Phone: (626) 608-7320

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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 JOANNA ACOSTA, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Covina, CA. Our medical registry currently tracks 24 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,344 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 585 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,358
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply475
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 83.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $543.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.10

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

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 98
30-Day Fills 140.1
Days Supply 4,200
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,497
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 139.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,556.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.61

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

Clinical Summary

A GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 81
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 2,430
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,852
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 88.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,048.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.11

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 76
30-Day Fills 76.0
Days Supply 2,280
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.6
Peer Average Days Supply955
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 137.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $491.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.68

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

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 104
30-Day Fills 113.8
Days Supply 2,881
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,502
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 89.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,628.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$82.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.99

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,560
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,218
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,543.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.41

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

Clinical Summary

A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 281
30-Day Fills 321.0
Days Supply 9,535
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills134.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,929
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 246.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,459.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.28

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 585
30-Day Fills 589.0
Days Supply 17,119
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,693
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 640.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,705.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.00

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

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Hydromorphone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydromorphone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,045
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.2
Peer Average Days Supply309
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $296.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$416.55

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 opioid analgesic made from MORPHINE and used mainly as an analgesic. It has a shorter duration of action than morphine.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Hydromorphone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 120
30-Day Fills 125.0
Days Supply 3,663
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.7
Peer Average Days Supply942
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 192.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $887.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.06

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Lidocaine

Generic Formulation: LidocaineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 648
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,207
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,829.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$201.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$170.19

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 local anesthetic and cardiac depressant used as an antiarrhythmia agent. Its actions are more intense and its effects more prolonged than those of PROCAINE but its duration of action is shorter than that of BUPIVACAINE or PRILOCAINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

Lubiprostone

Generic Formulation: LubiprostoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.5
Peer Average Days Supply742
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,342.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$278.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$349.43

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

Member of a bicyclic fatty acid class of compounds derived from PROSTAGLANDIN E1 involved in chloride channel gating.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation). Chronic idiopathic constipation has an unknown cause and is not due to diet, other diseases, or drugs. Lubiprostone is also used to treat constipation caused by opioid medications in people with ongoing pain due to medical conditions other than cancer. This medication may improve symptoms such as bloating and abdominal discomfort, improve stool texture, lessen the need to strain, and decrease the feeling of not completely relieving oneself. Lubiprostone belongs to a class of drugs known as chloride channel activators. It works by increasing the amount of fluid within your intestines, making the passage of stool easier.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,470
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,024
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $314.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.44

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 benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methadone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Methadone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.1
Peer Average Days Supply826
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $168.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.13

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic opioid that is used as the hydrochloride. It is an opioid analgesic that is primarily a mu-opioid agonist. It has actions and uses similar to those of MORPHINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1082-3)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat addiction to opioids (such as heroin) as part of an approved treatment program. Methadone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,320
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply727
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 61.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $676.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.00

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.

Clinical Summary

A centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Morphine Sulfate Er

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 57.0
Days Supply 1,710
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,158
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 42.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,380.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.38

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

Clinical Summary

The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. Morphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Naproxen

Generic Formulation: NaproxenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.0
Peer Average Days Supply956
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $142.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.99

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 anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout.

Therapeutic Applications

Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain.

Nortriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nortriptyline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 318
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,255
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $47.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.84

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 827
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.9
Peer Average Days Supply831
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $450.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.37

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 semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 122
30-Day Fills 122.0
Days Supply 3,396
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,076
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 154.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,396.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.01

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

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 173
30-Day Fills 184.4
Days Supply 5,492
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,429
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 355.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,829.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.56

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 gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 88
30-Day Fills 122.0
Days Supply 3,652
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,170
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 137.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,999.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.54

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 208
30-Day Fills 211.3
Days Supply 5,869
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.2
Peer Average Days Supply877
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 383.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,305.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.59

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Ztlido

Generic Formulation: LidocaineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,585
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,617.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$662.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$607.93

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

Clinical Summary

A local anesthetic and cardiac depressant used as an antiarrhythmia agent. Its actions are more intense and its effects more prolonged than those of PROCAINE but its duration of action is shorter than that of BUPIVACAINE or PRILOCAINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

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 JOANNA ACOSTA provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Covina, CA.

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 **Physician Assistant** 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.