ZACHARY CARTER STRICKLAND M.D.
Prescription History 1487048021
Family Medicine in Tampa, FL
What does Dr. Strickland prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Strickland wrote 1,950 Medicare prescriptions for 68 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 126 prescriptions for 46 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. Strickland prescribes.
Medications 68 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 126 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 84% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $5.57 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
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. Strickland wrote 115 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $12.16 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 100 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $7.56 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
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. Strickland wrote 72 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $9.36 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
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. Strickland wrote 68 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $16.89 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 59 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $5.59 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
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. Strickland wrote 55 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $4.21 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 52 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $23.75 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 49 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $4.86 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 44 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $22.68 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
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. Strickland wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.30 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 40 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $6.61 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 38 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $4.67 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 38 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $17.25 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 36 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.77 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 36 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $8.76 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. Strickland wrote 36 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $5.31 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
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. Strickland wrote 34 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $38.68 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, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 32 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $64.67 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 31 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.99 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 31 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.91 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 28 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $8.87 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 anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 27 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.58 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
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. Strickland wrote 27 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.36 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 26 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.87 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
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. Strickland wrote 26 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 76% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $435.64 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 to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 26 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $5.37 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 26 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $15.62 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 24 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.86 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 22 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $31.83 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
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. Strickland wrote 22 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $1,190.93 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
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. Strickland wrote 21 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.95 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
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. Strickland wrote 21 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 30% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $4.22 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 20 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.89 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 20 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $36.68 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.44 per fill, versus $13.16 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
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. Strickland wrote 19 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $3.34 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 19 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $24.50 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 18 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.93 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 18 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $2.29 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 17 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $16.61 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 17 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 24% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $10.72 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 17 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.36 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 17 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.29 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $16.69 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 16 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $2.77 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 16 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $14.59 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 16 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $2.99 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 15 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 22% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $7.89 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 15 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.21 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 14 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.45 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
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. Strickland wrote 14 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,035.03 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
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. Strickland wrote 14 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,368.33 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $18.70 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Diovan, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $264.92 per fill, versus $424.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,302.58 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
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. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $75.14 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
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. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 22% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $1,658.76 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
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. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 24% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $16.87 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
Dulaglutide 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. Strickland wrote 13 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $847.36 per fill, versus $1,258.36 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
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. Strickland wrote 12 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 28% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.94 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
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 12 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $86.49 per fill, versus $55.29 statewide.
Volume reflects 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. Strickland wrote 12 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $22.26 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
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. Strickland wrote 12 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 29% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.27 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 11 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $16.15 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
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. Strickland wrote 11 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 17% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.48 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.24 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Strickland wrote 11 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.98 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.
Questions about Dr. Strickland’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Strickland prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Strickland's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (126), Atorvastatin Calcium (115) and Levothyroxine Sodium (100).
How does Dr. Strickland's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 68 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Strickland prescribes 4 about as often than the typical Florida prescriber and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Strickland 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 |
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| 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.
