HOMER CURTISS MERRICK M.D.
Prescription History 1487600821
Internal Medicine in Sealevel, NC
What does Dr. Merrick prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Merrick wrote 2,910 Medicare prescriptions for 83 medications. The most prescribed was Alprazolam, with 201 prescriptions for 27 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. Merrick prescribes.
Medications 83 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 North Carolina prescribers.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 201 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.86 per fill, versus $4.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 143 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $9.41 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 123 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 109 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 88% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $11.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 89 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.51 per fill, versus $6.60 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 85 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 78% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $7.49 per fill, versus $6.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 78 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $19.44 per fill, versus $9.86 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 77 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $6.21 per fill, versus $5.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 72 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 72% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.71 per fill, versus $15.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 69 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.18 per fill, versus $7.65 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 59 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $11.11 per fill, versus $12.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 58 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $4.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 57 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $9.16 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 56 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.91 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 55 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 88% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 54 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 88% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $1,077.47 per fill, versus $1,259.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 48 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $12.31 per fill, versus $7.15 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 47 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.86 per fill, versus $10.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 46 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $13.99 per fill, versus $8.65 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 43 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 64% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $23.28 per fill, versus $28.29 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 43 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $17.84 per fill, versus $17.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 40 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 73% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.32 per fill, versus $10.58 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 36 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $7.66 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 35 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $13.75 per fill, versus $9.06 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 35 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $26.37 per fill, versus $18.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 35 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 60% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $4.21 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 35 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $13.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 34 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 65% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.73 per fill, versus $8.90 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 depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 33 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.34 per fill, versus $22.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 33 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 82% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.76 per fill, versus $6.60 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $6.25 per fill, versus $4.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 33 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $13.90 per fill, versus $12.87 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 30 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 89% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.80 per fill, versus $5.72 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 30 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $8.97 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 29 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $26.45 per fill, versus $34.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 28 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $21.33 per fill, versus $17.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 28 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $7.94 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 26 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 28% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $870.98 per fill, versus $835.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 26 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $14.29 per fill, versus $21.67 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 25 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.75 per fill, versus $28.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 25 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.07 per fill, versus $12.29 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 24 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $36.93 per fill, versus $17.21 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 24 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $573.65 per fill, versus $898.41 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 23 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $32.40 per fill, versus $22.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 23 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $7.37 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 22 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $32.84 per fill, versus $22.19 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 22 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $478.04 per fill, versus $618.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 21 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.32 per fill, versus $8.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 21 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $6.52 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 vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 21 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 14% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $209.86 per fill, versus $195.90 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 20 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.05 per fill, versus $15.56 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $15.36 per fill, versus $15.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 18 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $21.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 18 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $16.92 per fill, versus $21.08 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 18 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $16.42 per fill, versus $9.52 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 17 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 30% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $20.42 per fill, versus $10.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 17 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $18.05 per fill, versus $17.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 17 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $17.97 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 17 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $37.91 per fill, versus $14.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 17 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $11.93 per fill, versus $6.29 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 16 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14.11 per fill, versus $14.57 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 16 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $9.63 per fill, versus $11.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 16 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $957.06 per fill, versus $973.00 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 depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 14 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $16.80 per fill, versus $20.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 14 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $9.32 per fill, versus $47.35 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $617.67 per fill, versus $783.57 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 13 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 21% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.45 per fill, versus $8.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 13 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $22.78 per fill, versus $48.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 13 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $239.48 per fill, versus $299.43 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 13 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.23 per fill, versus $19.94 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 12 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $7.93 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 12 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.32 per fill, versus $9.40 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 12 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $918.89 per fill, versus $1,406.70 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 12 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 31% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $34.27 per fill, versus $80.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 12 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $11.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $21.39 per fill, versus $22.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Entresto, about 20% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $677.09 per fill, versus $967.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $18.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 20% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $12.02 per fill, versus $12.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $18.70 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $48.25 per fill, versus $55.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $10.16 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Merrick wrote 11 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $12.74 per fill, versus $19.07 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. Merrick’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Merrick prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Merrick's most prescribed medications were Alprazolam (201), Atorvastatin Calcium (143) and Omeprazole (123).
How does Dr. Merrick's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 83 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Merrick prescribes 5 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 14 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Merrick 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 North Carolina 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.
