MARK STEVEN MEHLFERBER PAC
Prescription History 1487724936
Physician Assistant - Medical in Bristol, TN


Quality Rating: 95.42 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since November 09, 2006

Contact Information

320 BRISTOL WEST BLVD STE 2B
BRISTOL, TN
ZIP 37620
Phone: (423) 844-6407
Fax: (866) 285-5248

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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 MARK STEVEN MEHLFERBER PAC, an active Medical specialist practicing in Bristol, TN. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 794 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 195 claims alone.


Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,666
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $259.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.75

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 mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain.

Diazepam

Generic Formulation: DiazepamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 333
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.1
Peer Average Days Supply998
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.02

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 benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 152
30-Day Fills 152.1
Days Supply 4,546
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims131.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills168.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,844
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,586.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.09

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 cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 195
30-Day Fills 195.0
Days Supply 5,766
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,186
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 93.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,179.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.01

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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,343
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $80.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.56

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 benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims66.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills124.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,656
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $129.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.86

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 benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.5
Peer Average Days Supply841
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $116.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.03

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 centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 62
30-Day Fills 62.0
Days Supply 1,860
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,768
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,188.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.88

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 semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 80
30-Day Fills 80.0
Days Supply 2,337
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims92.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,194
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,224.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.79

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,185
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,790
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,014.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$75.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.42

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 gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Promethazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Promethazine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.3
Peer Average Days Supply490
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $373.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.63

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

See also Warning section. Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as motion sickness, or before/after surgery). It is also used to treat allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, and runny nose. It may be used to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery or to help certain opioid pain relievers (such as meperidine) work better. The suppository form is used when medications cannot be taken by mouth. Promethazine is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its other effects (such as anti-nausea, calming, pain relief) may work by affecting other natural substances (such as acetylcholine) and by acting directly on certain parts of the brain.

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 97.0
Days Supply 2,910
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,120
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 47.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,132.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.19

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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,170
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,140
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $248.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.11

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

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 MARK STEVEN MEHLFERBER PAC provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Bristol, TN.

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 **Medical** 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.