DR. GEORGE FREDRICK HERDEL III M.D.
Prescription History 1457313421
Internal Medicine in New Smyrna Beach, FL
What does Dr. Herdel prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Herdel wrote 25,350 Medicare prescriptions for 217 medications. The most prescribed was Levothyroxine Sodium, with 1,356 prescriptions for 362 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. Herdel prescribes.
Medications 217 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 Florida prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 1,356 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 8.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $10.37 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 1,245 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 6.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $9.21 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 999 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 6.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $5.82 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 897 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 7.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $5.81 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 836 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 6.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $8.87 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
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Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 702 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 11 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.76 per fill, versus $7.52 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 660 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $5.42 per fill, versus $5.08 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 635 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $12.36 per fill, versus $12.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 630 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 13 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.01 per fill, versus $12.61 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 570 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $5.88 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 528 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $10.88 per fill, versus $13.25 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 526 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 7.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $8.67 per fill, versus $7.43 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 499 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 10 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.74 per fill, versus $6.70 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 492 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $12.94 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 420 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $11.19 per fill, versus $11.88 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 400 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 5.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $3.77 per fill, versus $4.16 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 392 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 5.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $6.69 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 382 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 7.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.15 per fill, versus $9.95 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 367 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 6.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $7.66 per fill, versus $7.97 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 343 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $14.90 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 333 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $1,044.75 per fill, versus $915.40 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 319 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $12.84 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 303 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $5.25 per fill, versus $3.86 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 287 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 281 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 5.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $9.18 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 275 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $10.76 per fill, versus $10.00 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 269 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $15.38 per fill, versus $19.72 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 264 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $18.03 per fill, versus $24.35 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 258 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.59 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 232 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $3.69 per fill, versus $4.78 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 229 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 5.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $6.65 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 219 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 5.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $18.74 per fill, versus $22.65 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 218 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $10.44 per fill, versus $13.67 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 216 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $8.89 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 206 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $10.90 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 204 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.10 per fill, versus $7.31 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 198 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $30.66 per fill, versus $28.99 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 194 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $7.89 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 188 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 4.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $26.69 per fill, versus $25.25 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 171 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $964.24 per fill, versus $1,264.03 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 164 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.77 per fill, versus $12.37 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 161 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 141 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $72.61 per fill, versus $82.75 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 140 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $10.93 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 132 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.77 per fill, versus $12.91 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 129 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.10 per fill, versus $6.61 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 to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 128 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $29.25 per fill, versus $28.64 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 126 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $5.99 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 119 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 117 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $21.82 per fill, versus $21.41 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 116 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $7.40 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 105 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.57 per fill, versus $8.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 101 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $16.58 per fill, versus $9.66 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 99 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $9.37 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 94 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $22.11 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 91 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $32.57 per fill, versus $17.25 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 depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 87 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $13.63 per fill, versus $19.64 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 87 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $15.97 per fill, versus $17.57 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 86 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.88 per fill, versus $18.13 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 85 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.56 per fill, versus $14.74 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 84 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.79 per fill, versus $15.31 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 84 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $9.35 per fill, versus $8.64 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 80 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.83 per fill, versus $8.42 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 77 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 2.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.35 per fill, versus $28.80 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 76 prescriptions for Primidone, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.28 per fill, versus $23.34 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 73 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.34 per fill, versus $10.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 73 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $10.64 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 73 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $35.12 per fill, versus $34.49 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 72 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.64 per fill, versus $29.34 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 72 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $4.88 per fill, versus $7.69 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 a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 71 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $15.92 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 70 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,182.67 per fill, versus $951.72 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 69 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $10.04 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 68 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $7.26 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 67 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $26.31 per fill, versus $27.35 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 67 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.24 per fill, versus $21.79 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 66 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.54 per fill, versus $16.98 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 65 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.14 per fill, versus $13.13 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 63 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $12.40 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 63 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.10 per fill, versus $13.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 61 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $11.46 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 59 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $14.83 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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 59 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $41.74 per fill, versus $40.59 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 59 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.86 per fill, versus $9.21 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 57 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $18.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 57 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,061.87 per fill, versus $901.87 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 56 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $20.72 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 56 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.90 per fill, versus $28.81 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 54 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.35 per fill, versus $5.26 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 53 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.36 per fill, versus $22.80 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 52 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $21.26 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 52 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $960.13 per fill, versus $918.57 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
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat low levels (deficiency) of this vitamin.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 51 prescriptions for Cyanocobalamin Injection, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $14.65 per fill, versus $13.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 51 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.70 per fill, versus $24.64 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 51 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $8.82 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 50 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.15 per fill, versus $18.47 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 49 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $16.97 per fill, versus $30.03 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 49 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $13.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 47 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,051.40 per fill, versus $985.63 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
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Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 47 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $14.31 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 46 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $37.86 per fill, versus $25.97 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
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 45 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $16.63 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 45 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 44 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.60 per fill, versus $7.18 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 treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 43 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $15.33 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 treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 43 prescriptions for Entresto, about 88% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $905.10 per fill, versus $1,082.46 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 42 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.13 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 42 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.23 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 42 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1,475.05 per fill, versus $1,545.56 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 41 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 84% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,038.07 per fill, versus $1,101.06 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 40 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.57 per fill, versus $15.80 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 38 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $11.74 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 a hormone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 38 prescriptions for Estradiol, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $24.15 per fill, versus $50.04 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 37 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $3.00 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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 37 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.19 per fill, versus $39.72 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
Clorazepate is used to treat anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 37 prescriptions for Clorazepate Dipotassium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $81.66 per fill, versus $63.42 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 37 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.97 per fill, versus $21.77 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 37 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.01 per fill, versus $9.63 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 36 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $35.30 per fill, versus $63.52 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 36 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.85 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 35 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $15.27 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
Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 35 prescriptions for Minoxidil, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $17.99 per fill, versus $12.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 34 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.89 per fill, versus $17.10 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
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 34 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.34 per fill, versus $25.65 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 34 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $30.30 per fill, versus $29.95 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 34 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $16.09 per fill, versus $16.41 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 33 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $7.95 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $7.62 per fill, versus $20.49 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 33 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $177.46 per fill, versus $133.69 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 33 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $32.67 per fill, versus $18.04 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 32 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $37.40 per fill, versus $37.05 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
Exenatide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 31 prescriptions for Bydureon Bcise, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $794.12 per fill, versus $918.60 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 31 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 89% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $11.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 31 prescriptions for Prolia, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,737.53 per fill, versus $1,735.26 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 31 prescriptions for Repatha Syringe, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $739.24 per fill, versus $799.08 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 29 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $22.53 per fill, versus $26.72 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 29 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.60 per fill, versus $26.98 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 28 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $1.45 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 27 prescriptions for Digoxin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.99 per fill, versus $25.10 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 27 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $30.00 per fill, versus $26.04 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 27 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.41 per fill, versus $18.87 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
Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 26 prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.19 per fill, versus $11.43 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 26 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.07 per fill, versus $5.87 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 26 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $9.52 per fill, versus $32.05 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $135.21 per fill, versus $142.73 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 26 prescriptions for Linzess, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $924.19 per fill, versus $817.26 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 26 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $28.36 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 25 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $24.06 per fill, versus $32.70 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
Fosinopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 24 prescriptions for Fosinopril Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $13.69 per fill, versus $16.48 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 certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 24 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $823.78 per fill, versus $714.01 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 24 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $14.45 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 24 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.08 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
Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 23 prescriptions for Rivastigmine, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $90.89 per fill, versus $183.56 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 23 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $11.77 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 22 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $26.64 per fill, versus $33.66 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 medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 22 prescriptions for Testosterone, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $350.12 per fill, versus $154.22 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $9.46 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
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $197.43 per fill, versus $294.54 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $23.20 per fill, versus $31.56 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 89% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.02 per fill, versus $9.93 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Januvia, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,222.12 per fill, versus $988.08 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $17.12 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 21 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $49.82 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
Canagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 20 prescriptions for Invokana, about 87% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $762.93 per fill, versus $859.25 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 20 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $835.52 per fill, versus $1,109.57 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 20 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $136.63 per fill, versus $127.22 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 19 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $17.40 per fill, versus $19.53 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 19 prescriptions for Jantoven, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $8.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 19 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1,176.94 per fill, versus $1,251.05 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 19 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.85 per fill, versus $12.21 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 19 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $100.78 per fill, versus $57.23 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 19 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $20.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.24 per fill, versus $21.46 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $542.72 per fill, versus $537.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower cholesterol in people with high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Colesevelam Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $30.57 per fill, versus $148.56 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Novolin N, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $150.91 per fill, versus $135.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 87% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $41.19 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $47.68 per fill, versus $45.44 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $467.36 per fill, versus $721.89 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 18 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $54.75 per fill, versus $67.43 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 17 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Valsartan, about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $33.06 per fill, versus $42.39 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 17 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $15.27 per fill, versus $26.58 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 17 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.41 per fill, versus $17.00 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 17 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $62.05 per fill, versus $28.61 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 16 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $29.02 per fill, versus $37.26 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 16 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $7.31 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 16 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $946.20 per fill, versus $1,065.02 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 15 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 33% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $15.01 per fill, versus $43.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 15 prescriptions for Phenobarbital, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.61 per fill, versus $26.36 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
Saxagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 15 prescriptions for Saxagliptin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $340.26 per fill, versus $149.91 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 14 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $53.87 per fill, versus $51.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 14 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 30% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Modafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 14 prescriptions for Modafinil, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $24.99 per fill, versus $73.57 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 14 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.78 per fill, versus $17.58 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 14 prescriptions for Tiadylt Er, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $31.04 per fill, versus $32.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $3.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $202.12 per fill, versus $236.63 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.19 per fill, versus $27.54 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 33% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $195.50 per fill, versus $125.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.90 per fill, versus $15.62 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Novolin 70-30, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $105.78 per fill, versus $149.27 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $431.98 per fill, versus $310.57 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 13 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $25.01 per fill, versus $30.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $476.27 per fill, versus $622.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $32.74 per fill, versus $74.50 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $27.79 per fill, versus $29.03 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Ibu, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $3.51 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $6.23 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $227.79 per fill, versus $100.56 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $206.95 per fill, versus $206.12 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 12 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $17.78 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 11 prescriptions for Breyna, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $299.96 per fill, versus $179.04 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
Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 11 prescriptions for Colestipol Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $50.40 per fill, versus $83.81 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
This medication is used to treat diarrhea.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 11 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $24.45 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 11 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $19.83 per fill, versus $22.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 11 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.64 per fill, versus $10.87 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 a hormone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Herdel wrote 11 prescriptions for Premarin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $397.82 per fill, versus $406.98 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. Herdel’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Herdel prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Herdel's most prescribed medications were Levothyroxine Sodium (1,356), Atorvastatin Calcium (1,245) and Amlodipine Besylate (999).
How does Dr. Herdel's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 217 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Herdel prescribes 110 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 50 about as often and 57 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Herdel 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 Florida 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.
