KATHERINE DUGAN MD
Prescription History 1487035721
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Gynecology in Denver, CO
What does Dr. Dugan prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Dugan wrote 186 Medicare prescriptions for 11 medications. The most prescribed was Eliquis (apixaban), with 27 prescriptions for 11 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. Dugan prescribes.
Medications 11 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 Colorado prescribers.
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 27 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $726.73 per fill, versus $971.58 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 23 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 35% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $7.20 per fill, versus $19.34 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 22 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 24% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $7.19 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 18 prescriptions for Letrozole, about 38% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $34.59 per fill, versus $24.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 17 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 76% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $29.37 per fill, versus $15.88 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 certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 16 prescriptions for Prednisolone Acetate, about 14% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $52.87 per fill, versus $44.60 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 16 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $577.01 per fill, versus $997.84 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 13 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 37% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.15 per fill, versus $4.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 12 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 38% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $48.29 per fill, versus $59.25 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
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 11 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about 37% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.11 per fill, versus $12.65 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Dugan wrote 11 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 26% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $15.78 per fill, versus $27.01 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. Dugan’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Dugan prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Dugan's most prescribed medications were Eliquis (27), Gabapentin (23) and Amlodipine Besylate (22).
How does Dr. Dugan's prescribing compare with other Colorado prescribers?
Of the 11 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Dugan prescribes 1 about as often than the typical Colorado prescriber and 10 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Dugan 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 Colorado 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.
