DR. MELISSA ANN BARBOR OD
Prescription History 1477589042
Optometrist in Winston Salem, NC

NPI Status: Active since June 24, 2006

Contact Information

1340 CREEKSHIRE WAY STE 100
WINSTON SALEM, NC
ZIP 27103
Phone: (336) 768-3240

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. MELISSA ANN BARBOR OD, an active Optometrist specialist practicing in Winston Salem, NC. Our medical registry currently tracks 37 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 4,950 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 1,405 claims alone.


Acyclovir

Generic Formulation: AcyclovirSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 34.7
Days Supply 1,031
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,026
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $721.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.28

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

Clinical Summary

A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes.

Therapeutic Applications

Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections.

Alphagan P

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 32.5
Days Supply 950
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,711
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,202.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$600.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$370.24

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

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Apraclonidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Apraclonidine HclSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 19.4
Days Supply 558
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills98.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,776
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,228.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$94.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$103.94

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

Therapeutic Applications

Apraclonidine is used along with other medications to treat serious high pressure inside the eye (glaucoma) for a short time (such as 1 month) to help delay or prevent the need for eye surgery. Decreasing high pressure inside the eye may help to prevent decreased vision or blindness. Apraclonidine is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye.

Atropine Sulfate

Generic Formulation: Atropine SulfateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 34.4
Days Supply 1,002
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply713
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 33.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,226.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.08

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

Clinical Summary

An alkaloid, originally from Atropa belladonna, but found in other plants, mainly SOLANACEAE. Hyoscyamine is the 3(S)-endo isomer of atropine.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used before eye examinations (such as refraction) and to treat certain eye conditions (such as uveitis). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Atropine works by widening (dilating) the pupil of the eye.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 220
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.3
Peer Average Days Supply331
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $191.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.85

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

Clinical Summary

A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Bimatoprost

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,130
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply800
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 88.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,574.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$75.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$122.66

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

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Brimonidine Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 564
30-Day Fills 1,129.7
Days Supply 33,266
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills123.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,548
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 729.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18,533.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.45

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

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 645
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,124
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,015.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$417.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$276.06

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

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Brinzolamide

Generic Formulation: BrinzolamideSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 40.7
Days Supply 1,207
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,573
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,996.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$399.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$337.12

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

Therapeutic Applications

Brinzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Combigan

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 54.9
Days Supply 1,457
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,777
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,229.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$339.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$365.31

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

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Cyclosporine

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 705
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.6
Peer Average Days Supply579
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,188.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$449.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$433.02

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

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Difluprednate

Generic Formulation: DifluprednateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.5
Days Supply 345
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.9
Peer Average Days Supply884
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,716.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$156.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$161.78

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat swelling and pain after eye surgery. It may also be used to treat a certain serious eye problem (endogenous anterior uveitis). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Dorzolamide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide HclSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 294
30-Day Fills 659.0
Days Supply 19,701
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills109.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,248
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 434.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,220.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.44

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dorzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 667
30-Day Fills 1,560.2
Days Supply 46,781
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims91.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills189.7
Peer Average Days Supply5,669
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 633.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $23,162.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.91

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 458
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.8
Peer Average Days Supply476
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $814.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.06

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Doxycycline Monohydrate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline MonohydrateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 80
30-Day Fills 96.0
Days Supply 2,855
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.4
Peer Average Days Supply383
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 247.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,301.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.91

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

Clinical Summary

A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor.

Erythromycin

Generic Formulation: Erythromycin BaseSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 138
30-Day Fills 140.8
Days Supply 2,302
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.9
Peer Average Days Supply568
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 220.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,691.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.21

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

Therapeutic Applications

Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats or prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Fluorometholone

Generic Formulation: FluorometholoneSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 80.9
Days Supply 2,108
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,612
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 59.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,578.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$84.05

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

Clinical Summary

A glucocorticoid employed, usually as eye drops, in the treatment of allergic and inflammatory conditions of the eye. It has also been used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p732)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Fluorometholone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 41.7
Days Supply 971
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,933
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,277.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.56

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 1,405
30-Day Fills 3,027.0
Days Supply 89,074
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims152.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills276.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,930
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 824.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $41,453.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.79

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

Clinical Summary

A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Loteprednol Etabonate

Generic Formulation: Loteprednol EtabonateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 35.7
Days Supply 1,000
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply671
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,062.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$241.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$193.79

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

Clinical Summary

An androstadiene derivative corticosteroid that is used as an ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT for the treatment of inflammatory and allergic eye conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the eyes such as swelling, redness, and itching. Loteprednol belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 159
30-Day Fills 279.4
Days Supply 7,944
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills100.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,874
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 165.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $76,310.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$479.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$435.44

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

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Methazolamide

Generic Formulation: MethazolamideSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 945
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.3
Peer Average Days Supply875
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,615.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$453.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$354.71

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

Clinical Summary

A carbonic anhydrase inhibitor that is used as a diuretic and in the treatment of glaucoma.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain types of glaucoma. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness, vision loss, and nerve damage. Methazolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the production of fluid inside the eye.

Moxifloxacin

Generic Formulation: Moxifloxacin HclSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 244
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims94.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills95.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,582
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $770.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.70

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

Clinical Summary

A fluoroquinolone that acts as an inhibitor of DNA TOPOISOMERASE II and is used as a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a quinolone antibiotic used for eye infections.

Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth

Generic Formulation: Neomycin/Polymyxin B/DexamethaSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 112
30-Day Fills 116.1
Days Supply 1,488
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.4
Peer Average Days Supply708
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 133.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,631.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.40

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections. This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 112
30-Day Fills 151.1
Days Supply 3,887
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims109.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills141.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,630
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,353.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.59

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 290
30-Day Fills 374.5
Days Supply 11,160
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,263
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 559.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $245,995.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$848.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,145.39

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

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Rhopressa

Generic Formulation: Netarsudil MesylateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 134
30-Day Fills 216.8
Days Supply 6,266
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,929
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 197.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $62,220.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$464.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$465.52

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

Therapeutic Applications

Netarsudil is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain eye conditions (such as open-angle glaucoma, ocular hypertension). This medication is thought to work by increasing the flow of fluid out of the eye. This helps lower pressure inside the eye. Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent loss of vision or blindness.

Rocklatan

Generic Formulation: Netarsudil Mesylat/LatanoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 102
30-Day Fills 167.2
Days Supply 4,780
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,745
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 131.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $64,808.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$635.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$484.65

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

Therapeutic Applications

Netarsudil/latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain eye conditions (such as open-angle glaucoma, ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent vision loss or blindness.

Simbrinza

Generic Formulation: Brinzolamide/Brimonidine TartSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 40.8
Days Supply 1,222
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,316
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,405.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$352.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$255.80

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two medications used to treat high pressure in the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle glaucoma-type) or a certain other eye disease (ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This product contains brinzolamide and brimonidine. These two medications work together to decrease the amount of fluid within the eye. Brinzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Brimonidine belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. This product is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Tafluprost

Generic Formulation: Tafluprost/PfSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$199.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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

Therapeutic Applications

Tafluprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol Maleate/PfSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 555
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills147.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,352
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,857.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$150.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.45

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 268
30-Day Fills 634.1
Days Supply 18,884
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills147.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,352
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 272.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,982.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.45

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

Clinical Summary

A beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Travoprost

Generic Formulation: TravoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 116.8
Days Supply 3,435
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,616
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 67.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,699.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$257.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$212.57

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

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol derivative that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.3
Peer Average Days Supply775
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,232.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$88.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.18

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

Clinical Summary

A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

Vyzulta

Generic Formulation: Latanoprostene BunodSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 62.0
Days Supply 1,795
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,378
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18,917.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$525.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$430.13

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

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprostene bunod is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by controlling the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Xiidra

Generic Formulation: LifitegrastSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,365
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,086
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 60.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $34,135.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$922.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,042.67

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat dry eye disease.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. MELISSA ANN BARBOR OD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Winston Salem, NC.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Optometrist** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.