KRISTIN E. TIEGS MD
Prescription History 1447424924
Family Medicine in New Prague, MN
What does Dr. Tiegs prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Tiegs wrote 3,864 Medicare prescriptions for 75 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 287 prescriptions for 91 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. Tiegs prescribes.
Medications 75 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Minnesota prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 287 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $13.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 213 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $10.16 per fill, versus $12.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 212 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $8.27 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 197 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $14.41 per fill, versus $13.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 187 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.03 per fill, versus $8.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 183 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $4.72 per fill, versus $5.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 175 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $20.06 per fill, versus $17.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 158 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 132 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $14.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 130 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $14.95 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 99 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $10.77 per fill, versus $12.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 94 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $13.70 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 71 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,215.77 per fill, versus $1,265.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 70 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.15 per fill, versus $11.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 66 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $10.78 per fill, versus $12.12 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 64 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $8.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 59 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $11.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 56 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $11.16 per fill, versus $11.84 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 54 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $9.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 53 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $5.81 per fill, versus $6.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 53 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $10.50 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
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 47 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 72% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $1,478.16 per fill, versus $925.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 41 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $14.74 per fill, versus $10.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 40 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $14.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 39 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $15.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 37 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $12.52 per fill, versus $17.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 37 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $18.07 per fill, versus $21.20 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 36 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 72% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $44.85 per fill, versus $25.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 36 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $22.98 per fill, versus $16.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 35 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $13.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 32 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 70% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $13.34 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 31 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.65 per fill, versus $14.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 31 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 84% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.72 per fill, versus $13.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 30 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.45 per fill, versus $7.04 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 30 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $20.29 per fill, versus $22.20 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 30 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $16.66 per fill, versus $12.16 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 29 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.65 per fill, versus $16.30 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 29 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 70% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,654.76 per fill, versus $1,040.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $16.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 27 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.51 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 27 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.82 per fill, versus $5.06 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 26 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $20.88 per fill, versus $25.39 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 26 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.68 per fill, versus $28.98 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 26 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.06 per fill, versus $10.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 25 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.62 per fill, versus $11.00 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 24 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 60% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $10.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 23 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $31.67 per fill, versus $37.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 23 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.37 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 23 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $3.27 per fill, versus $6.46 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 20 prescriptions for Torsemide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $35.10 per fill, versus $21.58 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 treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $24.66 per fill, versus $25.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 19 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,644.31 per fill, versus $1,291.90 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 17 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.02 per fill, versus $11.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 17 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.44 per fill, versus $18.96 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 16 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1.99 per fill, versus $3.21 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 16 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1.54 per fill, versus $9.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 16 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $8.36 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
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 16 prescriptions for Gavilyte-G, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $16.05 per fill, versus $19.57 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 anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 15 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $19.40 per fill, versus $16.27 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 15 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $13.86 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
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 15 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 38% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.90 per fill, versus $14.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 15 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $43.57 per fill, versus $35.70 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 14 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $9.24 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 14 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.78 per fill, versus $20.26 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 14 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $34.71 per fill, versus $36.59 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 14 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 62% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $0.38 per fill, versus $13.00 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 14 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 40% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $724.21 per fill, versus $993.37 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
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate Hfa, about 81% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $236.54 per fill, versus $327.18 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 medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 29% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.32 per fill, versus $15.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 13 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $5.97 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 (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 12 prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about 70% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $11.95 per fill, versus $31.93 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 12 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 36% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $17.02 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 12 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.25 per fill, versus $21.74 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $31.62 per fill, versus $15.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Tiegs wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $25.94 per fill, versus $22.05 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. Tiegs’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Tiegs prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Tiegs's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (287), Losartan Potassium (213) and Lisinopril (212).
How does Dr. Tiegs's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 75 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Tiegs prescribes 16 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 14 about as often and 45 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Tiegs prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Minnesota prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
